Grand Canyon University!  One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of the Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona. GCU is an institutionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.

Grand Canyon University’s Athletic Department is passionate about helping student-athletes achieve their highest level of excellence. The Athletic Department uses intercollegiate sports as a platform for developing our student-athletes on integrity and personal growth.  

If you are passionate about aiding in the development of student-athletes and helping them realize their full potential, we encourage you to apply for the position of Athletic Trainer - Baseball.

What you will do:

• Primary responsibilities include prevention, assessment and treatment of athletic-related injuries sustained by student-athletes.
• Direct student-athletes through medical treatment and rehabilitation activities.
• Renders aid to student athletes by providing first aid and physical therapy to promote healing and relieve soreness.
• Provides treatment for and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for student-athletes.
• Prescribes routine and corrective exercises to strengthen muscles.

• Prepares student-athletes for practice and competition.

• Educate student-athletes on sports safety protocols.

• Educate student-athletes on injury prevention and rehabilitation initiatives.

• Educate student-athletes on proper hydration and fueling.

Grand Canyon University!  One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of the Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona. GCU is an institutionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.

Grand Canyon University’s Athletic Department is passionate about helping student-athletes achieve their highest level of excellence. The Athletic Department uses intercollegiate sports as a platform for developing our student-athletes on integrity and personal growth.  

If you are passionate about aiding in the development of student-athletes and helping them realize their full potential, we encourage you to apply for the position of Athletic Trainer - Baseball.

What you will do:

• Primary responsibilities include prevention, assessment and treatment of athletic-related injuries sustained by student-athletes.
• Direct student-athletes through medical treatment and rehabilitation activities.
• Renders aid to student athletes by providing first aid and physical therapy to promote healing and relieve soreness.
• Provides treatment for and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for student-athletes.
• Prescribes routine and corrective exercises to strengthen muscles.

• Prepares student-athletes for practice and competition.

• Educate student-athletes on sports safety protocols.

• Educate student-athletes on injury prevention and rehabilitation initiatives.

• Educate student-athletes on proper hydration and fueling.

• Conduct baseline concussion testing for designated athletic teams.

• Follows emergency plans for all venues and manage emergency situations in the event of acute injuries; recommends changes to established emergency plans to ensure physical safety.

• Coordinate GCU and NCAA Drug Testing Program

• Maintains complete medical records filing system for students to utilize in educational process, providing sufficient opportunity for appropriate student review and utilization of commonly used administrative records and forms (i.e., accident reports, treatment records, insurance forms, etc.) in accordance with HIPPA regulations.

• Maintains records with regard to insurance submittal for athletically related injuries.

• Acting as liaison between student-athletes, coaches, administration, parents, medical personnel, and other support staff in matters of health and welfare of student-athletes

• Coordinates medical referrals to outside medical specialists as needed.

• Organizes ATS schedule of training room coverage.

• Coordinating treatment for student-athletes during travel times

• Recommends special diets to build up health and wellness.

• Coordinates activities with ATEP professors.

• Consults medical physician as required.

What you need:

• Bachelor’s degree in athletic training required; Master’s degree in related field preferred
• 2+ years’ experience in working with athletes in university or high school environment.
• Must have valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Certified Athletic Trainer by the Board of Certification (BOC) of Athletic Trainers
• Current Arizona Licensure required.
• CPR, AED, First Aid Certified
• Active NATA, RMATA, AZATA membership
• Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

Bonus Points:

• Former competitive athlete (high school or NCAA)
• CSCS Certification
• Prior experience covering Baseball
• Manual therapy-based skillsets (ART, IASTM, FRC)
• Dry needling
• Experience taking biomechanic courses (PRI)

Why work at GCU:

• Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan
• Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays
• Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events
• Free covered parking
• We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program
• Free on-site gyms on campus

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