Athletic Trainer

  Private Christian University
  West Region
  Health/Fitness/Rec.
  Posted/Updated: 01/07/21

Job Summary

This University is currently seeking a part time Athletic Trainer to evaluate physical conditions and treat student athletes in order to maintain maximum physical fitness for participation in athletic competition for assigned sports.

 

Responsibilities:

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Other duties as assigned by Director of Sports Medicine

Qualifications:

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
  • Knowledgeable of University, NCAA and Conference rules and regulations. 


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