Assistant Athletic Trainer

Ability to work extended hours associated with athletic events. Days, nights, and weekends are all possible.

Basic Function

The Department of Athletics at Denison seeks a full-time assistant athletic trainer to join our team. This role will assist the head athletic trainer with the daily operations of the sports medicine program according to the administrative practices of the department.

Essential Job Functions

1. Assist with pre-participation physical examinations.
2. Complete medical documentation for all aspects of the sports medicine program.
3. Carry out the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries. Provide practice and game coverage of athletic teams.
4. Supervise student workers for the athletic training department and perform related administrative duties as assigned by the head athletic trainer.
5. May perform additional duties to include general administrative responsibilities and/or teaching for the department.

The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree. National Athletic Trainers Association certification and State of Ohio athletic training license required by the start date. Candidates need to have successful, proven experience in the field of athletic training and excellent written, oral, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Candidates must be able to demonstrate a commitment to the NATA Code of Ethics, an understanding of and/or experience in a residential, liberal arts college environment, and demonstrate an understanding of the NCAA Division III philosophy.

Must have current licensure through The Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers (OTPTAT) Board.

Minimum Qualifications

• The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree.
• National Athletic Trainers Association certification and State of Ohio athletic training license required by the start date.
• Candidates need to have successful, proven experience in the field of athletic training and excellent written, oral, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Candidates must be able to demonstrate a commitment to the NATA Code of Ethics, an understanding of and/or experience in a residential, liberal arts college environment, and demonstrate an understanding of the NCAA Division III philosophy.
• Must have current licensure through The Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers (OTPTAT) Board.

Key Attributes

• Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and/or experience in a residential, liberal arts college environment.
• Ability to relate well to students, fellow department members, and other colleagues.
• Ability to work extended hours associated with athletic events.
• Ability to work in a sometimes stressful environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree and/or one year of full-time experience as an athletic trainer.
• One year of significant and demonstrable experience working with individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Physical Demands

Ability to work extended hours associated with athletic events. Ability to work in a sometimes stressful environment.

Contact(s)

Contact Phone/Extension

Contact Email

Open Date

Open Date 11/11/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications will be reviewed as received. Position open until filled.
Must have a current, valid driver’s license and must be insurable under Denison’s liability insurance policy. A driver’s check will be done on final candidate.
Hired candidate must supply proof of educational degree(s).

Denison University Background Check Statement

The final candidate will undergo a background check as a conditional offer of employment.

Denison University EEO Statement

Denison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Title IX Notice: Sex discrimination is prohibited by federal law through Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Denison does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education programs or activities that it operates including admissions and employment. For Denison’s official Notice of Non-Discrimination, please visit

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Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• List of 3 Professional References and Contact Information