Athletic Trainer

High Point University is currently seeking a full-time Athletic Trainer. The athletic trainer provides medical care and athletic training services to High Point University student-athletes for assigned sports team(s).

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field required

• Master's degree preferred

Experience and Training:

• Must be BOC Certified, NC Licensed athletic trainer or eligible, CPR/AED Certified

Knowledge, Skills, Ability:

• Knowledge of athletic injuries, treatment methods, rehabilitation, record keeping, taping and bracing methods

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with others

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Analytical, problem solving and reasoning ability; independent judgment

• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Efficient organizational and time management skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and ability to utilize Presagia injury tracking software

• Ability to travel as required

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides medical care and athletic training services to High Point University student-athletes.

• Evaluates injuries, develop and implement treatment and rehab programs, refer when appropriate and make return-to-play decisions.

• Serves as a preceptor in ATEP.

• Maintains positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating effectively with students, parents, faculty, co-workers, coaches and physicians.

• Other duties as assigned

ACCOUNTABILITY:

• Ensures appropriate medical care for student athletes for assigned sports

• Provide supervision for athletic training students within CAATE-approved athletic training education program

For more information regarding the position, please contact Josh Geruso, Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine, at jgeruso@highpoint.edu.