Assistant Athletic Trainer

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Welcome to Samford University's application process powered by NeoEd!

You can submit an online application by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the "Apply" link! After viewing the Posting, click the 'Apply' tab. If this is the first time you are applying using our new online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can upload a saved document on your computer containing your information, or manually enter your personal information. This application will be saved and used to apply for future job openings.

Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to job qualification information. Demographic information is maintained only for statistical reporting and is not associated with individual applications.

It is important that you review any prepopulated information as applications must show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Incomplete applications may not be accepted.

Description

This position will be required to adhere to the direction of team physicians and the Director(s) of Sports Medicine performing all duties required as an athletic trainer including but not limited to: injury prevention, evaluation and diagnosis, immediate emergency care, treatment and rehabilitation, and medical record keeping for athletes. In addition, this position will be required to oversee day to day operations, game management responsibilities at assigned games, and other administrative duties assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine.

Job Duties

• Oversee care for softball student athletes including practice and game coverage, treatments, rehabilitations, injury prevention, injury evaluation and diagnosis, medical record keeping, and appropriate referrals as necessary
• Responsible for evaluating softball players’ readiness to play, and provide participation clearances when necessary and warranted
• Plan and implement a comprehensive rehabilitation and reconditioning program for athletic injuries and illnesses with the use of appropriate therapeutic exercise, rehabilitation equipment, manual therapy techniques, and therapeutic modalities for the softball team
• Communicate directly and effectively with all coaches in the administration of softball to include daily injury reports, examinations, and safety and equipment recommendations
• Manage and process health insurance claims for softball student-athletes
• Responsible for assisting the Head Football Athletic Trainer in evaluating football players’ readiness to play, and provide participation clearances when warranted
• Responsible for assisting the Head Football Athletic Trainer in evaluating football athletes’ readiness to play, provide participation clearances when warranted, initial assessment of athletes’ injury or illness, provide emergency or continued care, and determine appropriate referrals
• Assist the Head Football Athletic Trainer with the care for football athlete’s injuries utilizing therapy equipment/modalities and rehabilitation or treatment techniques
• Assume responsibility for administering appropriate first aid for the management of acute injury and for recognition, evaluation, and initiation of the Emergency Action Plan for potentially serious or life–threatening injuries
• Implement the appropriate safety policies and/or Emergency Action Plans for the University athletic venues as developed by the Director of Sports Medicine
• Promote health care information through advising and counseling athletes, parents, and coaches on matters pertaining to the physical, psychological, and emotional health and wellbeing of the competitive athlete
• Provide coverage for other Samford sanctioned athletic events when assigned by Director of Sports Medicine
• Manage administrative duties as assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine
• Represents the Athletics Department at national, conference, and/or other sports medicine symposiums as required or requested
• Comply with the University Mission, the Strategic Plan of the Athletics Department, the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Code of Ethics, the Alabama State Practice Act, and HIPPA
• Maintain certification requirements of the Board of Certification and the National Athletic Trainers’ Association
• Maintain license to practice as required by the Alabama Board of Athletic Training
• Promote the profession of athletic training through appropriate channels and work within the scope of practice determined by the Board of Certification, the Alabama Board of Athletic Trainers, the State Practice Act, and individual licensures and certifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or related field from an accredited college or university which leads to athletic training certification
• Working knowledge of federal and state laws including Title IX, NCAA, and conference rules and regulations
• Certified Athletic Trainer by the Board of Certification
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Alabama by the Alabama Board of Athletic Trainers
• American Heart Association – Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professionals Certification (CPR/AED)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Athletic Training or related field
• Minimum of 2 years work experience in intercollegiate and/or professional athletics
• Demonstrates leadership and critical thinking skills