Assistant Athletic Trainer

Job Description

Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space.

The Opportunity

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Prescott, Arizona campus is looking to hire an Assistant Athletic Trainer to support the Athletics Team. Embry-Riddle's Prescott Campus is respected worldwide for cutting-edge instruction and training for tomorrow's aviation, aerospace, security and intelligence leaders. Embry-Riddle sponsors 14 sports and is a member of the Great Southwest Athletic Conference (GSAC) and the NAIA.

*Please note: This is a full-time, 10-month position.

This position reports directly to the Director of Athletic Training.

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Work under the supervision of the Director of Athletic Training and be responsible for the following: prevention of athletic injuries and illnesses, evaluation of athletic injuries, treatment of athletic injuries, providing education and counseling to student-athletes about their injury/illness.
• Oversee the CPR/AED and First Aid education for all Athletic Staff.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the athletic training room.
• Travels with both male and female teams.
• Participates in inventory management of supplies
• Documents and maintains student-athlete PHI (i.e. physicals, injury reports, rehabilitation, etc.) into the SportsWare Online system.
• Maintains appropriate communication with the Director of Athletic Training, student-athletes, coaches, and physicians.
• Maintains appropriate communication and attends meetings within the Department of Athletics.
• Obtains, creates and maintains an athletic calendar of events.
• Will coordinate and maintain records for all athletic physical examinations for all student-athletes.
• Completes required CEU’s for NATA and Arizona Licensure
• Remain in good standing with the NATA and Arizona Athletic Trainer’s Licensure.
• Develops, communicates and enforces Embry Riddle Athletic Training Policy & Procedures for athletes.
• Works more than the traditional 40 hours per week, which may include many weekends (including Sundays), nights and holidays.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license for transportation of team in vans and the ability to travel for team practices and competition.
• Other duties as assigned.

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!

• Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health—because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you!

• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.

• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.

• Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.

Qualifications

Required Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in exercise physiology/health education, sports medicine or a related field preferred.
• BOC Certification for Athletic Training
• Arizona Athletic Training License
• Current CPR/AED certification.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Expertise in techniques, methodology and safety procedures of various treatment modalities (whirlpool, hydrocollator, etc.)
• Proficiency in emergency medicine and emergency procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills and organizational ability.
• Knowledgeable in all matters relating to the Health Insurance Probability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Application process/requirements

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R310156 . Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:

Cover letter

Full Resume

Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website .