Assistant Athletic Trainer

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.

Interested candidates should submit application materials via ADP Workforce Now HERE.   No phone calls, please.

Chestnut Hill College is an employer committed to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion as a core value.  To foster an inclusive community and support our diverse student body, we embrace equal access. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and encourage applications from groups historically underrepresented in higher education.  We are committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum.