Assistant Athletic Trainer

US Physical Therapy•Massapequa, NY

11d•$60,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The Assistant Athletic Trainer assists the Head Athletic Trainer with athletic training office operations, including emergency care, first aid, and injury prevention and management. Working under physician supervision, the role provides injury prevention, assessment, treatment, first aid, emergency care, and sports rehabilitation in accordance with the Board of Certification standard of care. The Athletic Trainer communicates with athletes, coaching staff, parents, doctors, and relevant administrators; performs initial on-field assessments of acute injuries and illnesses; coordinates additional medical assistance such as EMS when needed; and monitors injuries and illnesses, coordinating training, follow-up, and evaluations. The position also supports athlete education and counseling, rehabilitation and conditioning, athletic training room operations, record keeping, and maintenance of equipment. It covers assigned home and away practices and competitions and may supervise students working toward BOC Certification.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree from a CAATE-accredited Athletic Training Program.
Current BOC certification.
New York State licensure as a Certified Athletic Trainer.
CPR/AED for professional rescuers certification.
Clinical preceptor training by the clinical education coordinator for Athletic Training Certification, including ability to use Atrack software and a learning monitor to test skills according to students’ academic level, track progress, report feedback, and document hours.
Knowledge of and commitment to conducting activities in compliance with NCAA, LIU, NATA, and NEC rules and regulations.
Good communication and organizational skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and an online medical database.
Ability to work in a team-oriented facility.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, running, lifting 20 pounds, mobility, and manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience as an athletic trainer; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist the Head Athletic Trainer with athletic training office operations, including emergency care, first aid, and injury prevention and management.
Provide injury prevention, assessment, treatment, first aid, emergency care, and sports rehabilitation under physician supervision and in accordance with Board of Certification standards.
Communicate with athletes, coaching staff, parents, doctors, and appropriate administration.
Perform initial on-field assessments of acute injuries and illnesses occurring before, during, or after practices and games, and provide necessary first aid with appropriate medical staff, including EMS.
Monitor injuries and illnesses and coordinate training, follow-up, and evaluation programs.
Educate, counsel, and guide athletes on health matters.
Recognize and report possible facility hazards to the Athletic Director and Health Coordinator.
Supervise, implement, and record athlete rehabilitation protocols established by the Head Athletic Trainer.
Cover assigned home and away practices and competitions.
Work with coaches to develop and implement training and conditioning programs.
Apply preventive taping, braces, supports, and other protective equipment.
Select and apply therapeutic modalities for athlete rehabilitation and reconditioning.
Manage and supervise daily activities in the athletic training room.
Maintain records, including accident reports, daily treatment charts and logs, medical history forms, and insurance forms.
Maintain athletic training room equipment and perform other duties directed by the Head Athletic Trainer.
Serve as a clinical supervisor for students working toward BOC Certification.