Assistant Athletic Trainer

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Assistant Athletic Trainer works under the supervision of the Head Athletic Trainer to coordinate care for student athletes competing in intercollegiate athletics.  These responsibilities include the prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation of injuries within the College’s comprehensive sports medicine program.  The Assistant Athletic Trainer also assists with the education and supervision of students participating in the College’s Athletic Training Educational Program.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Assist with injury/illness prevention and wellness promotion.
• Assist with examination and assessment of injury/illness.
• Assist with therapeutic intervention of injury/illness.
• Coordinate care with various other healthcare providers. 
• Perform basic administrative duties for the sports medicine department.
• Assist with coordination and scheduling of medical coverage for home and away competitions.
• Assist with supervision, education, recruitment and retention of student athletic trainers.
• Assist with organization and coordination of the inventory of athletic training equipment and supplies.
• Accurately document all injuries, treatments, and interventions.
• Adhere to NJCAA and institutional policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Perform job duties per NATA Code of Ethics and State of Texas Scope of Practice.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Proficient in the practice domains of athletic training and a wide range of medical concerns.
• Effective communication in both day-to-day tasks as well as high stress situations.
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
• Attention to detail with preparation and documentation. 
• Prioritize and perform multiple tasks with little or no direct supervision.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in appropriate area of specialization.
• Licensed by the Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers, or eligible for exam.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree.
• NATABOC Certification.
• Professional experience in collegiate athletics.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Variances from regular working hours may be necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.
• Busy working environment with numerous interruptions.

SALARY:  $55,000. annually / (This is an 11 mth position to be paid over 12 mths)