Assistant Athletic Trainer

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

The Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for assisting the Head Athletic Trainer with all aspects of the sports medicine/athletic training program for the university.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Duties include, but are not limited to:

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

The Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for assisting the Head Athletic Trainer with all aspects of the sports medicine/athletic training program for the university.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and management of athletic injuries
• Injury documentation
• Clinical instruction and supervision of work-study students
• Coverage of practices and competitions
• Interaction with individuals involved with university athletics and student-athlete healthcare
• Daily athletic training room operations
• Coordination of care for visiting athletic teams as needed
• Assisting the Head Athletic Trainer in managing funds by staying within an annual budget and maintaining comprehensive inventory of supplies
• Maintain upkeep and safeguarding of modalities
• Other duties that may be assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Exercise Science or related field
• Master’s Degree in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Sports Administration, Exercise Science or related field
• Certification by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification.
• Licensed by the Texas Department of Health or eligible for licensure.
• American Red Cross CPR-Professional Rescuer Certified.
• Strong organization, written, and communication skills; basic computer knowledge.
• Adept in interpersonal skills and able to deal with a variety of people in public relations capacity.
• Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively with others.
• Ability to supervise work study students in the athletic training room and out at athletic events.
• Must have a valid Texas driver’s license, related insurance and good driving record. Obtaining a CDL Driver’s License will be required

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Occasional early morning and frequent late-night hours
• Weekend and holiday work as scheduled
• Out-of-town travel for inter-collegiate athletic contests (when possible) and meeting/conferences
• 75% walking or standing
• See attached Job Activities Sheet

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