Assistant Athletic Trainer

Description

Position Title: Assistant Athletic Trainer

Reports To: Head Athletic Trainer

Department: Athletics

Classification: Salary Exempt, Full-time, 12-months, Benefits Eligible

POSITION OVERVIEW

LeMoyne-Owen College is seeking a dedicated and competent Certified Assistant Athletic Trainer who will be committed to the success and well-being of our student-athletes athletically, academically, socially, and mentally during their matriculation at the institution.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with student athletes, coaches and medical professionals in the analysis, diagnosis, referral, treatment, rehabilitation, and the return to sport for student athletes
• Participate in preseason team meetings for all sports
• Assist in maintaining medical records of all student athletes, including but not limited to injuries, treatments, referrals, physical examinations, rehab attendance and progress
• Be present and observe practices and competitions (Some travel is required)
• Provide emergency treatments as instructed
• Communicate positively and effectively with all stakeholders
• Notify Head Athletic Trainer when student-athletes do not adhere to prescribed rehab directives in a timely manner and/or when they are being released to return to sport
• Supervise and maintain a sanitary training room area with proper working equipment
• Design research-based training, treatment, and rehab programs for student-athletes (SMART)
• Work with Head AT to refer and arrange transportation to external medical providers with the assistance of coaches
• Manage administrative tasks as they relate to scheduling physicals and appointments, but not limited to maintaining inventory, equipment repair and replenishing supplies
• Communicate regularly with the Equipment/Facilities Mgr.
• Other duties as assigned by the Athletics Director

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree or above in Athletic Training
• Current Athletic Training Certification and Tennessee State Licensure
• Certified in First-Aid, CPR and AED

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITLIES

• A working knowledge and understanding of HIPPA and FERPA legislation
• Knowledge and understanding of the NCAA concussion protocol directives
• Efficient in taping, massage, and physical therapy techniques
• Understanding of the challenges that student-athletes face such as proper nutrition, rest and exercise and corrective options
• Must be a skilled records keeper/Organized
• Dress appropriately for the position and demonstrate professional behavior at all times
• Remain current with trends in the profession
• Excellent interpersonal, problem solving, decision making and communication skills

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICIAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, use hands to handle, or feel to talk and to hear. The employee, frequently, is required to walk, reach with hands and arms to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

The final candidate who is extended an offer must successfully complete reference and background checks.

LeMoyne-Owen College offers an attractive benefits package, including health, vision, and dental benefits. The College pays for Life Insurance, STD/LTD, and paid time off.

LeMoyne-Owen College is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs and activities.

No Solicitations or Phone Calls Please