Position Summary:
Chestnut Hill College (CHC), a growing NCAA Division II institution with 18 varsity teams, seeks a dedicated Assistant Athletic Trainer to join its student-athlete healthcare team. The Assistant Athletic Trainer will support all aspects of sports medicine services, including injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and facility management. This full-time, 10-month position offers full benefits and paid continuing education/NATA dues and provides an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic professional to contribute to a collaborative and student-centered athletic environment.
About Chestnut Hill College
Founded by the Sisters of Saint Joseph in 1924, Chestnut Hill College is an independent, Catholic institution rooted in a strong liberal arts tradition that fosters equality through holistic education. Distinguished by its strong mission, collegial environment, and dedication to personalized instruction through a small faculty-to-student ratio, the College promotes the spiritual, academic, social, ethical, and moral development of the whole person. Located in the charming Chestnut Hill neighborhood of Northwest Philadelphia, it serves a culturally diverse student body.
Responsibilities
- Provide athletic training coverage for assigned practices, games, and team physician hours.
- Evaluate, treat, and rehabilitate student-athlete injuries both on the field and in the athletic training facility.
- Maintain accurate, confidential medical records, including injury documentation, pre-participation forms, and insurance claims.
- Coordinate appropriate medical referrals and communicate effectively with team physicians, coaches, and other healthcare professionals.
- Ensure cleanliness and proper maintenance of the athletic training room, equipment, and modalities.
- Supervise student workers and serve as a preceptor for athletic training students.
- Assist with pre-game setup and post-game breakdown of supplies and equipment.
- Represent Chestnut Hill College at professional conferences and NCAA meetings as needed.
- Participate in weekly staff meetings and perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine.
Qualifications
- NATABOC certification in good standing and eligible for Pennsylvania licensure (required).
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred. One degree must be from a CAATE-accredited athletic training program.
- 1–3 years of athletic training experience, preferably in a collegiate setting.
- Current ARC Professional Rescuer or AHA BLS CPR certification; instructor certification preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SWAY Concussion Management Software, and injury tracking systems (ATS, SportsWare, etc.).
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented, service-driven environment.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and perform effectively under pressure.
- Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
- Commitment to the values and mission of intercollegiate athletics within a higher education setting.
Physical Requirements
- Work involves both indoor and outdoor environments, including various playing surfaces (grass, turf, dirt, and wood).
- Exposure to outdoor elements such as rain, heat, and cold during practices and games.
- Ability to lift moderate weight (e.g., water coolers, ice chests, equipment) and assist athletes as needed.
