Head Athletic Trainer

Description

Position Title: Head Athletic Trainer

Reports To: Athletic Director

Department: Athletics

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

POSITION OVERVIEW

LeMoyne-Owen College is seeking a dedicated and competent Head 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 the student-athlete, coaches and medical professionals in the analysis, diagnosis, referral, treatment, rehabilitation, and the return to practice and/or sport for student-athletes

• Participate in preseason team meetings for all sports

• Maintain 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 (Travel is required)

• Provide emergency treatments as needed

• Establish a collegial relationship with other trainers within the conference (SIAC)

• Communicate positively and effectively with all stakeholders

• Alert coaches when student-athletes do not adhere to prescribed rehab directives in a timely manner and/or when they are being released to return to practice and competition

• Supervise and maintain a sanitary training room area with proper working equipment

• Design research-based training, treatment, and rehab programs for student-athletes (SMART)

• Refer and arrange transportation to external medical providers with the assistance of coaches

• Supervise interns when applicable

• Handle clerical 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. and perform other duties as assigned by the Athletics Director

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in athletic training or equivalent.

• Must be NATABOC certified as well as have a state license.


• 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, exercise, and corrective options

• Must be a skilled records keeper

• Dress appropriately for the position and demonstrate professional behavior at all times

• Remain current with trends in the profession and maintain valid licensure(s)

• 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 20 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

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.


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