Western Kentucky University, a member of Conference USA and a Football Bowl Subdivision (I-A) NCAA member institution, seeks to hire an individual for the position of Associate Athletic Trainer for Men’s Basketball & Men’s Golf. This is a 12-month, full-time position.  This position will report to the Sr Executive Director – Sports Medicine & Student-Athlete Welfare. Applicants must have a commitment to and responsibility for adhering to all rules and regulations of WKU, Conference USA and the NCAA.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are customary for this position, but are not to be construed as all-inclusive.  Duties may be added, deleted, and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs.

• Provide prevention, injury assessment, immediate medical care, treatment, conditioning, medical referrals and rehabilitation of athletic-related injuries and illnesses
• Provide coverage at all Men’s Basketball events including practices, conditioning, and contests as well as travel with the team to all away contests
• Provide medical care for Men’s golf team and cover any home events as directed
• Responsible for coordinating and scheduling appropriate physician referrals for student-athletes to determine their ability to practice and compete
• Create a safe playing environment by monitoring and controlling environmental risks
• File all necessary reports associated with athletic injuries and/or incidents
• Maintain a daily treatment log for all student-athletes
• Work in conjunction with the strength and conditioning staff to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition and conditioning programs customized to meet individual student-athlete needs
• Manage and maintain an effective and efficient athletic training room
• Communicate with student-athletes, staff, medical providers, coaches, parents & administration in accordance with NATA, WKU & HIPPA guidelines
• Assist with following rules of the NCAA, Conference USA, and Western Kentucky University
• Other duties as assigned by the Sr Executive Director – Sports Medicine & Student-Athlete Welfare

Knowledge and Skills Considered Essential for Success:

• Experience working as an athletic trainer with the sport of Basketball
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy
• Strong attention to detail
• Must be self-motivated and team-oriented
• Excellent organization, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends
• The duties and responsibilities of this position must be performed in a competent manner following the highest standards for leadership, professionalism, integrity, accountability, responsibility, cooperation and customer service