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Posted: 17-Jul-25

Location: Jackson, Mississippi

Type: Full-time

Categories:

Sports Medicine Sports Medicine - Athletic Training Sports Medicine - Physical Therapy

Sector:

Collegiate Sports

Preferred Education:

Masters The Athletic Trainer works alongside the Director of Sports Medicine and Head Athletic Trainer as an essential component in enforcing departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines to promote excellence within the Sports Medicine department.

This is an on-site position in Jackson, MS with regular daily office hours and requires regular evening and weekend work and travel.

Job Duties -Provide day-to-day management of the athletic training room consisting of prevention, evaluation, treatment, case management, and rehabilitation of student-athlete injuries and illnesses -Maintain complete and accurate medical records including pre-participation paperwork, physicals, insurance information, medical evaluations, referrals, and rehabilitation reports. -Enforce department policy and procedure with guidance from team physicians regarding concussion and return-to-sport protocols -Effectively communicate with coaches, sports medicine staff, team physician, and other professionals regarding injured student-athletes and medical policies and procedures, following NATA code of ethics -Exercise independent judgement and discretion when acting in emergency situations Attend practices, games and special events as assigned to provide on-site medical coverage and ensure continuity of care. -Participate in various other areas of interest for the College, Student Life, and Athletics Accept additional duties assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine or the Athletics Director

Bachelor’s Degree from a CAATE accredited institution of higher education, Master’s degree preferred. NATA BOC certified; Mississippi Athletic Trainer License (or eligible to obtain license) Active CPR/First Aid Certification Experience in collegiate setting preferred Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proven ability to promote a positive team environment and cultivate good morale Highly organized, creative problem-solver who takes initiative. Must communicate effectively with all types of people and establish and maintain a strong working relationship with students, parents, alumni, faculty, staff, and other college personnel. Must have the ability to work responsibly with minimal supervision. Must have knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Physical & Availability Requirements Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds without assistance Must have a valid state-issued driver’s license Regular and repetitive stooping, bending, lifting and reaching are required Manual dexterity needed for demonstrating proper form and technique, participating in team practices and other repetitive tasks Evening and weekend hours in all types of weather, with travel is necessary

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