Assistant Athletic Trainer

SUMMARY:

The Assistant Athletic Trainer  provides general support to the Sports Medicine Department to allow for efficient operations and to assist student athlete injury prevention and medical treatment. Primary Sports may include assisting Football/Track & Field.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with the prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of injured student-athletes.

• Assists in the coordination of physician appointments, referred care and rehabilitation for all student-athletes.

• Assists with coordination of written and verbal follow-ups to Head Coaches regarding student-athlete medical care.  Serves as Liaison between the team physicians and Head Coaches.

• Assists with the practice/game preparation and coverage for the athletic teams.

• Travels with assigned teams as needed.

• Assists with the coordination and scheduling of game and practice coverage (home and away) for Sports Medicine Staff.

• Assists with maintaining and the review of Sports Medicine Policies and Protocols

• Assist the department with organizing and distributing supplies within the Sports Medicine Department.

• Assists with the medical treatment, rehabilitation, physician and prescription records for all student-athletes

• Assists with other assigned administrative duties.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Master’s degree in Athletic Training/applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience: One (1) year of collegiate level athletic training experience. Prior experience in Collegiate Football preferred.

• Knowledge / Skills: Good computer skills. Proficiency in maintaining Electronic Medical Records. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to: Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Licensing/Professional Certifications: NATA-BOC Certification. Eligible to apply for a Texas Athletic Trainers License. Certified in CPR / AED for the professional rescuer. Valid Driver’s License.

• Physical Requirements:  Essential functions are, but not limited to, lifting, carrying equipment, sitting, climbing, kneeling, standing and walking. Ability to sit and stand for long periods. Ability to occasionally lift objects over 30 lbs.

• Other Requirements: Ability to travel and work nights and weekends.

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in Health and Kinesiology or related medical field. CPR / AED instructor’s certification. Alternative certifications and/or training pertinent to the field of Sports Medicine.