FT Assistant Athletic Trainer

Cochise College•Douglas Campus, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Athletic Trainer is a full-time, live-in appointment responsible for providing support to all athletic teams and assisting athletes with injuries and illnesses, assessing injuries/illnesses and determining appropriate treatment, using medical equipment and supplies, and assisting in monitoring the department budget. On-Campus Housing provided. This job posting is open until filled. Applications are reviewed upon receipt. Cochise College requires a post-offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in athletic training, sports medicine, or related field from an institution accredited by an institutional accrediting body of higher education recognized by the US Department of Education
Valid driver’s license
Board of Certification (BOC) Arizona State Athletic Trainer Licensure, or the ability to attain such
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures
Knowledge of athletic training/sports medicine
Knowledge of health and safety practices and procedures
Knowledge of medical supplies and equipment
Knowledge of various treatment modalities
Knowledge of budget preparation, monitoring and administration
Knowledge of rehabilitation methods/programs
Skill in assessing and treating various medical conditions
Skill in responding to crises in calm and rational manner
Skill in effectively developing interpersonal relationships
Skill in maintaining composure when faced with difficult situations
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner
Ability to relate to and work with a diverse student population, faculty, administrators and community members
Ability to organize, prioritize, and follow multiple tasks through to completion with an attention to detail
Ability to promote a positive atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation both within the college and the community members
Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems and to maintain strict confidentiality related to sensitive information
Ability to maintain athletic training equipment and work space
Ability to direct the work of others including student interns
Ability to work independently with frequent interruptions

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience preferred
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved may be considered

Responsibilities

Attends athletic and sporting events, responding to athletic injuries/illnesses in a timely manner; assesses injuries and/or illnesses, determining appropriate and/or necessary treatment; performing treatment(s) and testing such as muscle stimulation, ultrasound, etc., and contacting medical personnel as necessary
Assists the Athletic Trainer in providing counseling to athletes and athletic staff regarding course of treatment and rehabilitation, arranging and monitoring rehabilitation programs; assessing and determining athlete's readiness to return practice or competition; and educating staff and athletes on injury prevention and rehabilitation
Remains current in the athletic training and sports medicine field; adhering to safety practices and procedures and taking appropriate precautions when treating injuries/illnesses; complying with applicable policies and procedures, and creating, modifying, and implement policies and procedures as appropriate
Assists the Athletic Trainer in developing, monitoring, and maintaining the department budget, ensuring compliance with budgetary constraints; purchasing supplies and equipment, negotiating services (i.e. surgeries) with insurance companies and monitoring physician consultations; preparing special and recurring reports including but not limited to daily injury reports, athlete databases
Monitors, maintains, and utilizes medical and athletic training equipment in treatment of sports and athletic injuries; scheduling and/or performing routine equipment maintenance, ensuring equipment is in proper working order, and maintaining adequate supply inventory, re-ordering as necessary
Interacts with college personnel, students, vendors, healthcare and medical personnel, representing the college at various events, meetings, conferences, and seminars, operating college vehicles, and performing occasional supervision of other staff
Performs other related duties as assigned