What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer position at Colquitt Regional Medical Center?
The athletic trainer will be able to demonstrate an ability to perform the following functions regarding athletic injuries : prevention, assessment, treatment, (including first aide) and reconditioning as set forth by the National Athletic Training Association Board of certification. The athletic trainer will demonstrate proper taping, strapping, bracing, and fitting of athletic equipment. The athletic trainer will carry out all prescribed treatments and recommendations by the team / program / event physician. The athletic trainer will maintain NATA and CPR certification in accordance with those respective institutions. The athletic trainer will cover assigned pre-season physicals, sports games or matches, and related events under the supervision of the sports medicine director. The athletic trainer must demonstrate knowledge of the principals of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the athletes' status and interpret the appropriate information.
Minimum Education
BS or Masters Degree from an accredited athletic training program.
Required Licenses
Athletic Trainer
Licensed by the Georgia state board of athletic training.
Required Skills
Experience with online education, developing and leading projects, and working with leaderships teams.
Must possess Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross OR obtain Basic Life Support certification through Colquitt Regional Medical Center Educational Services upon hire.
