Assistant Athletic Trainer-1

At Marymount University, we believe meaningful work happens when talented people come together with shared purpose. We serve not only our students—but one another—creating a culture where teamwork, adaptability, and resilience are part of everyday practice,

Located in Arlington, Virginia, just minutes from Washington, D.C., Marymount offers a dynamic and forward-looking environment where innovation is encouraged and flexibility is valued. We understand that higher education is evolving, and we embrace change with creativity, responsiveness, and a solutions-oriented mindset.

Our faculty and staff thrive in a community that prioritizes communication, cross-functional collaboration, and service-driven leadership. Whether working directly with students or supporting them behind the scenes, every role contributes to a shared mission: helping students grow, succeed, and lead with purpose and confidence.

Title: Assistant Athletic Trainer

Direct Supervisor: Head Athletic Trainer

Status: Full-Time, Exempt, 10-month                                               

Grade:10                               

Division: President

No. Direct Reports: 0                                                     

Target Weekly Hours: 40

Location: 2807 N Glebe (Main Campus)

Benefits Eligibility: Yes

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide athletic training services for all Marymount University student-athletes and for student-athletes of visiting teams traveling without an athletic trainer for all home games.

• Provide practice and game day coverage

• Work closely with the Head Athletic Trainer, Team Physician, Director of the Student Health Center, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach and each coach staff to address any injury or illness concerns

• Ensure medical records are kept up to date including history, daily treatment records, injury reports and physician referrals while in compliance with all current regulations.

• Assist with pre-participation screenings

• Follow primary and secondary insurance procedures for compliance with University and NCAA policies

• Knowledge of and support to manage the athletic training budget

• Supervise University and/ or NCAA drug testing as directed

OTHER DUTIES AND ASSIGNMENTS

• Maintain supplies and equipment inventory providing Head Athletic Trainer with appropriate bids and quotes.

• Assist with recruiting and supervising work study students and visiting athletic training students

• Manage and supervise the care and maintenance of the training room facilities

• Aid in providing in-service training for athletic department staff

• Work closely with Head Athletic Trainer to develop individual goals

• Responsible for working with supervisor and other team members to achieve successful results on all established individual and departmental goals and key performance indicators.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education                                           

Bachelor’s degree, master’s degree preferred.  Ability to teach, effectively communicate with diverse populations; organize and maintain a clean working environment.

Experience                                        

A minimum of 2 years of related experience, working with collegiate athletes desired;  Must have strong communications skills including ability to communicate by telephone/text/email.

Licenses or Certifications            

NATABOC Certified Athletic Trainer

Financial Responsibility               

Supporting the preparation and management of the annual athletic training office budget. 

Supervision                                       

Athletes while training, student trainers and AT grad assistant (if on staff in a given year)

Special Knowledge                        

Experience/certification with alternative therapies (IASTM, myofascial decompression, blood flow restriction, dry needling, etc…) to enhance the student-athletes treatment and recovery process is a plus

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Ability to travel; heavy lifting required (50 pounds and over); may be required to work when the university is closed.  Ability to work in less-than-ideal weather conditions (i.e. high heat and below freezing temperatures with various precipitation).

Ability to work nights, weekends, and some holidays

Qualified candidates are invited to apply via our career portal by submitting a cover letter addressing their qualifications related to the information listed above, along with a resume.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and employment verification, and other role related requirements such as motor vehicle and/or drug screening.

Marymount University is an equal opportunity employer. Marymount University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected bases under applicable federal and local laws and regulations in any of its programs or its activities, including employment and admission.  The university also expressly prohibits any form of sex discrimination and sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, dating and domestic violence, rape, sexual assault, sexual exploitation and stalking in any of its programs or activities, including employment and admission.  For more information, please visit:  https://marymount.edu/student-life/health-wellness/title-ix-2/

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