Athletic Trainer

Army West Point Athletic Association•West Point, NY

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Provides care, prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and related problems in cadet-athletes. Assumes primary responsibility for assigned team - Men's Soccer. Assumes responsibility for coordinating and delivering all athletic training services and oversees the overall health and well-being of cadet-athletes for assigned sport(s). Conducts thorough and accurate record keeping. Undertakes administrative taskings and special projects at the discretion of the Associate Athletic Director, Head Athletic Trainer. Performs duties consistent with the National Athletic Trainers' Association, Board of Certification, and New York State Board of Education standards. The position will have discretionary decision-making in the day-to-day management of cadet-athletes and their healthcare. Must be able to think critically and make independent decisions regarding assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and return to play decisions in conjunction with team physicians. Failure to perform these responsibilities could result in severe injury, including death.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in athletic training or related field.
National Athletic Trainers' Association Certification.
Board of Certification License.
New York State Athletic Trainers' Certification/License or eligible.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
Able to operate Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
Must be eligible to work in the United States of America, without sponsorship.
Must be eligible to work on a military installation, including a willingness to submit to a background screen.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
1-2 years of athletic training experience with a Division I intercollegiate athletics program or related experience.
Manual therapy skill sets.
Competency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and medical records software.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and deliver athletic training services daily to assigned team(s).
Provide care and manage injuries and illnesses, including prevention, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation strategies.
Maintain proper records of injuries, treatment, rehabilitation, and exposure.
Communicate effectively with the Associate Athletics Director, Head Athletic Trainer, Supervisor, coaches, parents, military personnel, and physicians in all matters of cadet health and safety.
Design and supervise rehabilitation programs.
Refer cadet-athletes to the appropriate physician according to accepted guidelines.
Collaborate with sports performance staff (e.g., strength and nutrition) on matters of cadet-athlete wellness and return to play.
Provide education and instruction to cadet-athletes on the prevention and care of musculoskeletal injuries.
Supervise athletic training students and cadet managers/trainers for assigned team(s).
Implements risk mitigation strategies in collaboration with the performance team.
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Associate Athletics Director, Head Athletic Trainer.