What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Athletic Trainer position at sulross?
SummaryFunction: The applicant will aid the Head Athletic Trainer for all athletic training activities related to the athletic program.DutiesEssential: The applicant will aid with all athletic training activities related to the athletic program including, but not limited to:• Assist the Head Athletic Trainer in the prevention, evaluation, treatment, referral, and rehabilitation of injuries and illness.• Refer ill and/or injured student-athletes to health services or the team physician(s) regarding their injuries and/or illnesses;• Maintain medical and administrative records;• Interact with the institution’s secondary insurance provider to ensure coordination of payment of services rendered to injured student-athletes• Coordinate and interact with team physicians and other health care professionals.• Provide emergency medical evaluation, treatment, and injury triage to student-athletes during practice and competition (sports assignments to be determined);• Provide daily follow-up care and evaluation of injured and ill student-athletes and communicate with appropriate athletics staff regarding the status of injury/illness and participation capabilities;• Coordinate practice and game coverage, schedules, rehabs, assign responsibilities and supervise student athletic training staff;• Assist with budget responsibilities of inventory, purchasing, and maintenance of supplies and materials;• Ensure compliance of Federal Rules and Regulations (FERPA/HIPAA) regarding confidentiality and electronic communication;• All other duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer.Working ConditionsUsual: Office conditions; standard hours; exempt from overtime provisions. The position is Security Sensitive.Special: May be required to work evenings/weekends for university athletic events.Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.
