Assistant Athletic Trainer
About the role
Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is a comprehensive multidisciplinary company offering Physical, Occupational, Speech Therapy, and Acupuncture services. We take great pride in inspiring our team to build lasting bonds with patients, doctors, and our community. We are driven by our mission to continually invest in our people and offer the best workplace environment possible.
The Assistant Athletic Trainer assists the Head Athletic Trainer with all Athletic Training office operations including emergency care, First Aid, prevention and management of injuries. The position functions under the supervision of a physician regarding athletic injuries and well-being, including injury prevention, assessment, treatment, first aid, emergency care, and sports rehabilitation to the standard of care set by the Board of Certification. The Athletic Trainer serves as a means of communication between athletes, coaching staff, parents, doctors, and appropriate administration.
Responsibilities
- Perform initial on-field assessments of acute injuries and illness that occur before, during, or after practices and games, including necessary first aid in coordination with appropriate medical staff such as EMS
- Monitor injuries and illnesses and coordinate training, follow-up, and evaluation programs
- Provide education, counseling, and guidance to athletes in matters pertaining to health
- Recognize and report possible facility hazards to the Athletic Director and Health Coordinator
- Supervise, implement, and record protocol for rehabilitation athletes as set by the Head Athletic Trainer
- Cover home and away practices and competitions as assigned
- Work with coaches in the development and implementation of effective training and conditioning programs
- Apply prevention taping, braces, supports, and other types of protective equipment to athletes
- Select and apply therapeutic modalities for rehabilitation and reconditioning athletes
- Manage and supervise daily activities in the athletic training room
- Maintain record keeping including accident reports, daily treatment charts, daily logs, medical history forms, and insurance forms
- Maintain athletic training room equipment and perform other duties directed by the Head Athletic Trainer
- Act as clinical supervisor for students working toward BOC Certification
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree from a CAATE-accredited Athletic Training Program required
- Current BOC Certification required
- Must be licensed as a Certified Athletic Trainer in New York State
- CPR/AED for professional rescuer required
- Must be clinical preceptor trained by clinical education coordinator for Athletic Training Certification (entails ability to use ATrack software, learning monitor to test skills in accordance to educational level in academic program, track progress, report feedback, document hours)
- Minimum two years' experience as an athletic trainer preferred but not required
- Certification by the National Athletic Trainers' Association Board Certifications and valid New York State Certification required
- Knowledge of and commitment to conduct all activities in compliance with NCAA, LIU, NATA, and NEC rules and regulations
Skills
- Good communication and organizational skills
- Efficient with Microsoft Office and Online Medical Database
- Ability to work in a team-oriented facility
Working Conditions
- Ability to meet physical demands of the position
- Work in external and internal sports facilities
- Extensive traveling required
- Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, running, and lifting up to 20 lbs
- Mobility and manual dexterity required
- Contact with staff, athletes, and outside vendors
Pay
The anticipated salary range for this position is $60,000-$65,000. Salary range is based on various factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and other benefits are also available, subject to the terms of the Company's plan.