Assistant Athletic Trainer

General Description The purpose of this position is to assist with the administration of the Sports Medicine Program for the health, safety and welfare of student-athletes under general supervision of the Head Athletic Trainer. Essential Job Duties 1. Evaluate, treat and rehabilitate athletic injuries. 2. Supervise sports medicine needs of specific teams as assigned by head trainer. 3. Assist in establishing and maintaining a working relationship with coaches, physicians, parents and University Health Services and refer students as necessary. 4. Assist with the medical record-keeping and insurance for student-athletes. 5. Coordinate pre-participation physical examinations with head athletic trainer. 6. Schedule doctor’s appointments for injured athletes. 7. Assist with inventory of medical supplies and equipment. 8. Counsel student-athletes with regard to a variety of medical issues. 9. Remain in full compliance with NCAA, Peach Belt Conference and University policies and procedures, and acknowledges this compliance as part of the evaluation process. 10. Teach care and prevention of athletic injuries class during fall semester for Kinesiology Department within College of Education as needed. 11. Obtains the required continuing education credits to fulfill the requirements for licensure renewal and national certification. 12. Assist with applicable NCAA and Institutional Drug Testing programs. Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned. The individual holding this position will serve as a representative of the University and, as such, shall promote a positive impression by demonstrating a collegial and professional customer-service approach at all times. Additional Duties None Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of NCAA, Peach Belt Conference and University policies and procedures; Knowledge of medical record-keeping and insurance for student-athletes; Ability to administer First Aid, CPR/AED Education and Experience The educational requirement for this position is: Bachelors’ Degree in Athletic training or related discipline. Master’s degree preferred. Education substituted for experience? Yes This position requires: Two (2) years experience as assistant athletic trainer, graduate assistant athletic trainer or four (4) years as student trainer at intercollegiate level. Experience substituted for education? No Licenses, Certification or Registrations Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications required for this position include: National Athletic Training Association (NATA) certification. Alabama Athletic Association (ALATA) certification. First aid CPR, and AED Certified Valid Driver’s License Acceptable driving record Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications preferred for this position include: NATA Membership ALATA Membership Environmental Working Conditions Indoor and Outdoor Travel Requirements Extensive Travel Number of Vacancies Desired Start Date Physical Requirements Standing: Up to 2/3 of the time; walking: Up to 2/3 of the time; sitting: Up to 2/3 of the time; using hands: Over 2/3 of the time; reaching with hands and arms: Over 2/3 of the time; climbing or balancing: Under 1/3 of the time; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling: Up to 2/3 of the time; talking or hearing: Over 2/3 of the time. This position requires lifting: Up to 10 pounds: Over 2/3 of the time; up to 25 pounds: Over 2/3 of the time; up to 50 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time. This position has the following special vision requirements: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less). Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more). Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors). Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up or down or to the left and right when vision is fixed on a given point). Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships). Open Date 07/19/2023 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes