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Assistant Athletic Trainer

Employer
Central State University
Location
Ohio, United States
Salary
Salary Commensurate with experience
Date posted
Nov 11, 2021

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General Description 
The Athletic Trainer (ATC) reports directly to the Head Athletic Trainer (HAT) and is responsible for the care, prevention, and rehabilitation of injuries and/or illnesses for Central State University student-athletes (SA’s). 

Background Requirements 

  • Must be certified by the National Athletic Trainer’s Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) and possess or be eligible for Athletic Training Licensure from the State of Ohio’s Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainer’s Board (OTPTAT). 
  • Must have a baccalaureate degree in the appropriate area of specialization from an accredited college/university; Master’s degree preferred. 
  • Must posses and maintain CPR, First Aid and Automated External Defibrillation (AED) Certification. 


Primary Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Injury prevention, evaluation, management, and treatment of athletic injuries; short and long term rehabilitation of athletic injuries, under the supervision of the Team Physician(s) and other qualified medical personnel. 
  • Assist with coordinating athletic training students for coverage of all team practices and athletic competitions. 
  • Assist with coordinating scheduling physical examinations and medical referrals for student-athletes to determine their ability to practice and compete. 
  • Provide athletic training services for the University’s athletic department, including attendance at scheduled team practices and home and away competitions as necessary. 
  • Report the status of injured student-athletes to the head athletic trainer and coaching staff; meet with appropriate staff to identify and discuss any problem areas. 
  • Ensure compliance with all University, Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations related to medical care for student-athletes. 
  • Maintenance of the athletic training facilities, modalities, and equipment. 
  • Recordkeeping and documentation consisting of:
    • Detailed and accurate medication logs. 
    • Complete injury reports and treatment logs. 
    • Maintain up-to-date individual medical records for each student-athlete. 
    • Planning of the Athletic Training Room budget, supply and inventory, and all supply purchases. 
  • Arrange medical appointments and transportation for student-athletes as needed. 
  • Maintain continuing education units (CEU’s) of the NATABOC and OTPTAT Boards. 
  • Perform other job related duties as assigned.

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