Head Athletic Trainer

About the role

The Head Athletic Trainer oversees the health and well-being of student-athletes, focusing on injury prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation. This role coordinates athletic training services for all athletic programs within the community college, adhering to NJCAA, MACCC, and Coahoma Community College policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement injury prevention programs.
• Provide first aid and emergency care for athletic injuries.
• Conduct injury assessments and determine the appropriate course of action.
• Design and oversee rehabilitation programs for injured athletes.
• Perform thorough evaluations of athletic injuries using appropriate diagnostic techniques.
• Maintain accurate records of evaluations, treatments, and rehabilitation progress.
• Administer treatments such as taping, bracing, and other therapeutic modalities.
• Educate student-athletes on injury prevention, nutrition, and overall health.
• Provide guidance and support to athletes throughout their recovery process.
• Collaborate with coaches to ensure athletes are ready to return to play safely.
• Coordinate athletic training services for all sports programs.
• Manage the athletic training room, including inventory and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Develop and enforce policies and procedures for the athletic training program.
• Communicate effectively with athletes, parents, and medical professionals.
• Participate in staff meetings and contribute to the overall success of the athletic department.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, including state licensure and certification requirements.
• Stay current with developments in the field of athletic training through continuing education and professional development.
• Coordinate health insurance-related processes and their relationship to billing and claims.
• Assist in the process of drug testing.
• Assist in the development of an athletic training budget.
• Provide medical coverage for all sports games, practices, summer conditioning sessions, and camps.
• Supervise interns and/or other athletic training staff.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of applicable NJCAA, Region XXIII, and MACCC rules and regulations.
• Inform the athletic director of any life-threatening injuries, drug testing results, and other medical, physical, or mental health concerns regarding anyone affiliated with Coahoma Athletics.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in athletic training or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
• Board of Certification (BOC) certified.
• Mississippi Athletic Training Licensure required.
• National Provider Identifier (NPI) Number required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an athletic trainer, preferably in a collegiate setting.
• Strong clinical evaluation and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of individuals.

Term: 12-month, full-time, non-exempt position.