Associate Athletic Trainer-Men's Basketball/Men's Golf

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are customary for this position, but are not to be construed as all-inclusive.  Duties may be added, deleted, and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs.

• Provide prevention, injury assessment, immediate medical care, treatment, conditioning, medical referrals and rehabilitation of athletic-related injuries and illnesses

• Provide coverage at all Men’s Basketball events including practices, conditioning, and contests as well as travel with the team to all away contests

• Provide medical care for Men’s golf team and cover any home events as directed

• Responsible for coordinating and scheduling appropriate physician referrals for student-athletes to determine their ability to practice and compete

• Create a safe playing environment by monitoring and controlling environmental risks

• File all necessary reports associated with athletic injuries and/or incidents

• Maintain a daily treatment log for all student-athletes

• Work in conjunction with the strength and conditioning staff to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition and conditioning programs customized to meet individual student-athlete needs

• Manage and maintain an effective and efficient athletic training room

• Communicate with student-athletes, staff, medical providers, coaches, parents & administration in accordance with NATA, WKU & HIPPA guidelines

• Assist with following rules of the NCAA, Conference USA, and Western Kentucky University

• Other duties as assigned by the Sr Executive Director – Sports Medicine & Student-Athlete Welfare

Knowledge and Skills Considered Essential for Success:

• Experience working as an athletic trainer with the sport of Basketball

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy

• Strong attention to detail

• Must be self-motivated and team-oriented

• Excellent organization, interpersonal, and communication skills

• Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends

• The duties and responsibilities of this position must be performed in a competent manner following the highest standards for leadership, professionalism, integrity, accountability, responsibility, cooperation and customer service

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in athletic training or related field required

• Certified through National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) in good standing

• Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure eligible

• Current CPR/AED certified for healthcare provider