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Assistant Athletic Trainer - Intercollegiate Athletics

University of Illinois Chicago
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
May 02, 2026
Assistant Athletic Trainer - Intercollegiate Athletics Assistant Athletic Trainer - Intercollegiate Athletics Hiring Department: Intercollegiate Athletics Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1040796 Posting Close Date: Salary: INSERT YOUR SALARY STATMENT HERE. REVIEW THE JOB POSTING GUIDE FOR OPTIONS. REMOVE THIS STATEMENT BEFORE POSTING. About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Position Summary The Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for the care, prevention and rehabilitation of injuries for student athletes. Provide game and practice coverage. Responsible for the evaluation and assessment of injuries and illness, administer treatment and provides care, prevention and rehabilitative services for student-athletes. Additionally, provide practice and competitive event coverage. Duties & Responsibilities Administer treatment and provide post-surgery rehabilitation of injuries. Instruct athletes on injury prevention. Administer game and practice activities including taping and stretching of athletes. Provide medical coverage of athletic games and practices. Assess injuries and give treatment. Act as liaison to between student athlete, parents, doctors, coaches and athletic department. Research, assess and implement injury prevention and rehabilitation techniques. Adhere to all University, Conference and NCAA rules and regulations. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in kinesiology or a related field and a minimum of two years experience are required. National Athletic Trainers' Association certification and State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation license required. Knowledge of Conference rules and regulations. CPR and safety certifications. Direct knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations required. Knowledge of MS office applications. Effective communication skills. Preferred Qualifications The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/19671?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-e48d106ac280b747babc121919061a12