Job TitleAthletic TrainerRequisition NumberRE45932Working TitleAssistant Athletic Trainer - Track & Field, Cross CountryDepartment Name12F00:UKAA - Support ServicesWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level44Salary Range$43,361-69,383/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Athletic Certification.
Physical Requirements
Lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects 50-75 lbs. Standing for long periods of time.
Shift
Monday – Friday; 8:00 am-5:00 pm plus weekends when sport is in-season for competitions and recruiting.
Job Summary
The Assistant Athletic Trainer position will be directly responsible for the daily student-athlete healthcare of the men’s and women’s track & field, and cross country teams. Daily coverage of practices and competitions is required, including team travel. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting with other sport teams coverage occasionally, institutional and NCAA drug testing, and other duties as assigned by the Executive Associate AD for Sports Medicine and Performance. Injury record keeping is also required on Sportsware, along with ensuring proper licensure is maintained in the state of Kentucky and certification with the NATABOC. Additionally, compliance with all NCAA, SEC, and University of Kentucky rules and regulations is required.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Eligible for state of Kentucky Athletic Training license.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Master’s degree & experience with ‘direct’ coverage of a NCAA Division 1 track team. Power 5 Conference experience.
Deadline to Apply07/01/2024University Community of Inclusion
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