Assistant Athletic Trainer

Status

• Full-Time (11
• Month)
• Benefit
• Eligible:
• Yes
• Supervisor: Guillermo
• Torres-Sanchez,
• Director of
• Athletic
• Training
• Initial
• Screening
• Date:
• May 10, 2026
• Start
• Date: July 2026

Bushnell University Overview

Founded in 1895, Bushnell University provides a holistic Christian education, fostering wisdom, faith, and service in its students. In joining the staff here, you will be part of an academic community that seeks to cultivate your faith while you make a difference in the lives of our students. Bushnell is the largest private university in Eugene’s vibrant university district, which also includes the University of Oregon. Eugene is a college town small enough to know your neighbors and large enough to offer fantastic arts, entertainment, dining, healthcare, and educational opportunities. It is also an ideal place to enjoy the beautiful Pacific Northwest, being just one hour from the Oregon Coast, one hour from the Cascade Mountains, and less than two hours from Portland and the Columbia River Gorge.

The Bushnell Athletic Department is a member of the NAIA and Cascade Collegiate Conference. Bushnell currently sponsors 17 athletic teams including: Baseball, basketball (men’s and women’s), beach volleyball, cross country (men’s and women’s), esports (coed), outdoor track & field and indoor track (men’s and women’s), golf (men’s and women’s), soccer (men’s and women’s), softball, and volleyball. Men's and Women's Wrestling to be added in Fall 2027.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Athletic Director and/or Head Athletic Trainer, the Assistant Athletic Trainer position is responsible for coordinating and administering the delivery of sports medicine services to all student-athletes including, but not limited to: Injury prevention, evaluation, management, and treatment of athletic injuries, short-term and long-term rehabilitation of athletic injuries, education and counseling of student-athletes, and athletics related health care administration in consultation with the team Physician. Additional responsibilities include administrative duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer and/or Athletic Director.

Position

Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere to the Scope of Practice Standards of an Athletic Trainer as outlined by the Board of Certification and the Oregon Board of Athletic Trainers.
• Assist and oversee the care, prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries to student-athletes participating in seventeen (17) intercollegiate teams and in ten (10) different sports.
• Organize and maintain all medical records in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Document all injuries and treatment progress in athlete’s medical record. Write reports as required.
• Assist Head Athletic Trainer with student-athlete health insurance management and claims.
• Maintain and manage student-athlete insurance information internally and externally as needed.
• Communicate with physicians and coaching staff regarding the injury status of athletes.
• Assist Head Athletic Trainer with coordination/communication for preseason physical examination and screenings.
• Make appropriate physician’s referrals and appointments.
• Knowledge of: Athletic training methods and procedures and University and departmental policies and procedures.
• Assist with the management of the Athletic Training Room budgets, policies and facilities to maintain optimal health, safety and welfare of all constituents.
• Assist with the coordination of purchasing and use of all equipment and supplies needed in the operation of the Athletic Training Room.
• Attend Athletic and/or Divisional (monthly) meetings.
• Ability to: coordinate work with other employees; to adhere to all policies, rules and regulations of the university, the NAIA and the State of Oregon; handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment as needed; research and analyze data and reports; provide training for participants, students and staff; counsel and advise collegiate student-athletes.
• Participate and assist with the operations and activities of the Athletic Department (e.g. home game coverage, laundry room over-site, etc.).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience and Qualification Requirements

• BS degree in Athletic Training required (MS strongly preferred),
• BOC
• Certified,
• State of
• Oregon
• Athletic
• Trainers
• License (eligible): minimum of two (2) year experience in athletic training (collegiate strongly preferred); Experience with wrestling strongly preferred; current CPR/ First Aid Certification, valid ODL

Knowledge of sports medicine and related fields; body mechanics, principles, flexibility and strength training; basic elements of pedagogy of Sports Medicine; operation and use of Sports Medicine equipment, operation and use of weight training and fitness equipment; health and safety regulations; maintain routine records; utilize Windows based software including, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and relevant software programs.

Working Conditions/Special Requirements

• Bushnell University employees must have a maturing Christian Faith and be supporting of Bushnell’s mission to foster wisdom, faith, and service through excellent academic programs within a Christ-centered community.
• The position requires a strong commitment to multiculturalism and diversity.
• The position requires working in a non-smoking, drug free environment.
• The employee must adhere to FERPA guidelines and student confidentiality at all times.
• The employee must have high personal motivation, with great attention to detail and accuracy, project a positive and vibrant attitude in assisting people, and have high ethics of honesty and confidentiality with a genuine and gracious presence pertaining to the students, faculty, staff and business of the department and the University.
• The position requires driving a vehicle, and the employee must possess (or have the ability to attain) an Oregon Driver’s License and meet eligibility criteria under the University’s auto policy.
• The position may require lifting up to 40lbs, as well as bending, stooping, kneeling for the purposes of setting up and taking down game day equipment.
• The position is subject to evening, weekend, and variable working hours including holidays.
• The position involves indoor and outdoor work subject to adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to participate in rigorous physical activity (dexterity of hands and fingers, loading and unloading of athletic training equipment of up to 40lbs., standing for extended periods of time, reaching overhead and above the shoulders, bending at the waist/kneeling.

Application Instructions

Bushnell employees are expected to abide by the Theological Context for Bushnell Community Life [https://www.bushnell.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/theological-context-bushnell-community-life.pdf]. Please read this document before continuing.

• To be considered for this open position, applicants submit application materials online through Bushnell’s website. Please submit the following through the online application process:
• Cover letter addressing skills, experience, and knowledge
• Resume
• Personal Statement of Faith that clearly addresses all three of the sections below:
• Section 1: how a maturing Christian faith finds expression in the candidate’s personal life, family life, community life, and current church membership.
• Section 2: how the candidate integrates faith into his or her work life; and
• Section 3: the candidate’s understanding of and ability to support Bushnell University’s Theological Context for Community Life statement.
• Employment Application including contact Information for three references.

Please include all requested materials. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.

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