Athletic Trainer - Galveston (Casual <= 19.99 hours)

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)•Galveston, TX

5h•Onsite

About The Position

The Athletic Trainer provides athletic training services on an ongoing basis for local sports teams in the training room and on the field. They attend home games as assigned and agreed upon by the respective head coaches and direct manager. The Athletic Trainer serves as a liaison between the injured athlete, sports medicine physician, athletic director/head coach, support staff and a physical/occupational therapist.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) accredited college or university
Licensed Athletic Trainer in Texas
Basic Life Support

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree from a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) accredited college or university
Certified through Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer

Responsibilities

Performs assigned pre-season physicals/exams, attends sports games or matches, and related events as assigned.
Works with staff to develop and implement an outreach program.
Provides athletic training services at sponsored sporting and community events.
Provides athletic training services in the athletic training room of contracted local schools.
Provides education and training in the areas of sports related injuries and prevention.
Performs prescribed treatments and follows recommendations from team physician and therapists.
Maintains relevant charts and documentation as required.
Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills which are required to work effectively and efficiently between the athlete, coach, other team personnel, team physician and therapists.
Demonstrates proper taping, strapping, bracing and fitting of athletic equipment.
Demonstrates the ability to recognize, to assess injuries, to provide immediate care, rehab and reconditioning of the injured athlete.
Communicates with team physician and therapists regarding athletes’ condition, treatments and protocols.