Athletic Trainer School Based

Essential Functions

• Carries out rehabilitation program after athlete or patient has been evaluated and treatment plan has been established collaborating closely with other medical team providers including PT, and Physician.
• Assesses and administers first-aid to injured athletes during practices and sporting events, making appropriate physician referral when needed.
• Oversees the operation of the Athletic Training room ensuring that appropriate levels of supplies are maintained, maximal coverage is provided, and that the Athletic Training room and clinic maintains a clean, safe, and professional environment.
• Communicates effectively with coaches, school administration, parents, athletes, patients, physicians, therapists as well as other sports medicine team members.
• Maintains accurate records of all evaluations, referrals, and treatments administered to patients or athletes.
• Provides education and training on injury prevention, advocates for overall health literacy, nutrition, and mental health wellbeing.
• Develops strong relationships with Key Stakeholders at assigned school or clinic; including but not limited to; Physicians, Athletic Director, School Administration and Faculty, Coaching Staff, Boosters, and Parents.
• Safeguards proper return to play criteria before allowing participation of athlete or patient, ensuring that the best interest of the athlete or patient is the priority.
• Organizes and presents in-services, lectures, coaches conferences, seasonal physicals, sports camps, training, and educational opportunities as appropriate.

Skills

• Verbal and Written Communication
• Works well with team
• Process Improvement
• Familiar with computers – Microsoft, excel, other
• Patient Engagement
• Critical Thinking
• Time Management
• Care Planning

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Current Athletic Training Licensure for the states in which you work. Credentialed as an Athletic Trainer through the Board of Certification (BOC). Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Preferred Qualifications: Two years’ experience working in school/community setting as an Athletic Trainer