Athletic Trainer/Therapist

Job Summary

Job Description

• Under the direction of the Dean, accountable for the prevention, diagnosis, and intervention of emergency, acute, and chronic medical conditions involving impairment, functional limitations, and disabilities.
• The Athletic Trainer is responsible for therapeutic care, injury prevention and rehabilitation treatments of student-athletes.
• This individual provides athletic training services, administers first aid
• Aids in accident prevention by assisting in the inspection of medical equipment

Duties

• The Athletic Trainer is present at all home contests, is the first responder in emergency situations involving the athlete, and performs immediate treatment and care of injuries.
• The Athletic Trainer may accompany teams on trips as necessary, makes decisions regarding and coordinates medical referral when necessary.
• The Athletic Trainer organizes and tracks insurance information, performs extended treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and makes decisions regarding return to play
• Establishes operational policies, objectives, and major plans for the ongoing care of the student-athlete including policies regarding the coverage and use of the secondary insurance and develops and maintains the athletic training budget
• Facilitates the services of physicians and other health care as well as outside referrals for the student athletes' medical management
• Helps coordinate the health screening with the assistance of the team physician
• Maintains and is responsible for health records and documentation of care in accordance with approved standards
• Provides supervision of medical supplies and equipment
• May transport or arrange transportation of injured athlete to doctors' appointments or to the hospital as necessary
• Inspects and arranges the maintenance of athletic equipment and checks facilities for potential hazards
• Maintains a clean and sanitary facility. Perform other administrative functions as needed.

Job Qualifications

Training and Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited professional Athletic Training education program and pass a comprehensive test administered by the Board of Certification (BOC).
• Preferably would be a member of the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA).