Athletic Trainer - Intern

Primary responsibilities

• Prevention, assessment and treatment of athletic related injuries sustained by student athletes.
• Develop therapeutic exercise protocols to include proprioception, strength, endurance and cardiovascular fitness for injuries sustained by student athletes.
• Effectively utilize various modalities including heat, cold, sound, and electrical stimulation to promote wound and injury healing.
• Render first aid to student athletes to include wound care and / or life threatening conditions.
• Consult either Director of Sports Medicine or ATC’s before referral to medical physician as result of injury or illness sustained by student athletes.
• Coverage of teams as assigned by Director of Sports Medicine and their various events hosted by GCU athletic department.
• Follows emergency plans for all venues and assists in emergency situations in the event of acute injuries.
• Participate in Pre-Participation Physicals Exams for all student athletes.
• Implement baseline concussion testing for designated athletic teams.
• Provide diet guidelines to promote health and wellness for student athletes.
• Maintain complete medical records of student athletes in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Update requisite system for all injuries to student athletes.
• Process insurance and billing documents required for student athletes to ensure coverage.
• Aid in maintaining Athletic Training Room inventory.
• Aid in the department Drug Testing Program.
• Coverage of summer camps and tournaments.

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or related field.
• Relevant experience treating high school, club, or intercollegiate participants preferred.
• Certified Athletic Trainer by the Board of Certification (BOC) of Athletic Trainers.
• Current Arizona Licensure required.
• CPR, AED, First Aid Certified.

Why GCU

• Working with world class athletics team.
• Gain experience in your field.