Assistant Athletic Trainer

Function:

The Assistant Athletic Trainer assists the Head Athletic Trainer in all aspects of health care for the intercollegiate student-athletes of the Thomas University Athletic Department. The Assistant Athletic Trainer will also assist in the evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries incurred by the intercollegiate student-athletes at Thomas University. Reporting to the Head Athletic Trainer, the Assistant Athletic Trainer will organize and administer the day-to-day operations of the athletic training facilities including but not limited to: maintaining medical records, insurance, and supply inventory.

Reports to: Head Athletic Trainer

Duties & Responsibilities:

· Work in cooperation with the Head Athletic Trainer in all aspects of the health care of the student-athletes, such as evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries incurred by the intercollegiate student-athletes

· Onsite care and management of injuries and illnesses including: prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation

· Assess risk of injury, perform ergonomic evaluation and coaching, self-care implementation and overall wellness promotion

· Electronic documentation of all patient encounters

· Coordinate and implement injury prevention programs and customized preventative strategies and programs to each patient

· Minimize risk of injury through awareness, education and prevention strategies

· Provide accommodation recommendations, related to sport, for student athletes with restrictions or limitations

· Communicate with physicians and coaching staff regarding the injury status of athletes

· Carry out medical care for assigned student-athletes per the sports medicine standard operating procedures

· Attend practices and all assigned home athletic events as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer

· Responsible for administrative and other duties as assigned by supervisor

· Maintain work schedule in the athletic training room in cooperation with and as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer.

Education/Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree required in athletic training

· Master’s degree preferred

· Desired Qualification: Two years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

· Valid driver license with good driving record required; must be insurable.

Certification/Licenses:

· NATA-BOC Certification

· Possess Georgia State Athletic Training Licensure or eligibility for Georgia State Athletic Training Licensure

· CPR, First Aid, and AED certification

Skills, Abilities, and Professional Demeanor:

· Applied Knowledge: Athletic trainers must have knowledge of a large range of medical problems

· Assessment, evaluation skills and working with other healthcare professionals will be required

· Decision-Making Skills: Ability to think critically and make independent decisions regarding the assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and return to play decisions per state licensure guidelines

· Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate effectively in high stress/pressure situation when talking to patients, medical professionals, staff and families.

· Attention to Detail: Athletic trainers should be thorough and detailed with injury tracking and documentation

· Ability to organize, prioritize and perform multiple tasks with little or no supervision

· Proficiency in Microsoft applications and computer use

· Basic knowledge of NAIA rules and guidelines

· Work evenings and weekends; travel as needed.

· Must be committed to working with diversity.

Work Conditions:

The work environment(s) described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job:

· Work is performed indoors and outside

· Medium strength is required to position patients for examination.

· May assist patients as needed, helping them on and off the exam table

· Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

· Travel as needed with assigned intercollegiate athletic teams (10% – 25%)

Physical Requirements:

· Exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects

· Position involves both inside sedentary work and work on different playing surfaces (grass fields and hardwood gym floor) and on other fitness environments while coaching and training situations with student-athletes

· Lifting required (i.e. water, ice chests, etc.), some manual labor is expected

· Medium strength is required to position patients for examination.

Terms of Employment:

Full benefits, letter of employment, Full-Time, 12 months

Exempt position, 40 hours/week, hours will vary with season

Salary is commensurate with experience based on the department scale

*Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request regarding the work environment and physical demands to enable individuals needing assistance to perform the essential functions.

**Please complete the online application and email Daniel Parker at dparker@thomasu.edu your curriculum vita, three current letters of recommendation, and official transcripts to: Daniel Parker – Head Athletic Trainer – dparker@thomasu.edu

Thomas University

1501 Millpond Road

Thomasville, GA 31792