Head Athletic Trainer (Football)

University of Miami•Coral Gables, FL

About The Position

Direct and coordinate athletic training services for student-athletes participating in the intercollegiate football program with the University of Miami Athletic Department, under the administrative direction of the Director of Football Sports Medicine, the medical direction of the Head Team Physician, the Director of Sports Medicine and in conjunction with a variety of other healthcare providers as well as U of M Athletic staff (including but not limited to athletic training, physical therapy, athletic coaching, strength and conditioning, sports nutrition, behavioral medicine, academics, and administration).

Requirements

Master’s degree required.
NATA certification required.
Eligible for Florida state athletic training licensure required.
5 years of related experience in a sports medicine program required.
Applied Knowledge: five practice domains of athletic training as well as a wide range of medical concerns
Interpersonal Skills: effective communication in both day-to-day tasks as well as high stress circumstances with Coaches, student-athletes, parents / guardians, as well as colleagues
Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision-Making Skills: appropriate conclusions / outcomes, particularly as it pertains to healthcare of the student-athlete
Attention to Detail: thorough and organized, particularly with preparation and documentation
Time Management Skills: prioritize and perform multiple tasks with little or no supervision

Nice To Haves

EMT and /or IV certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Injury / Illness Prevention and Wellness Promotion
Assess risk of injury / illness
Perform functional movement assessments
Provide appropriate interventions based on findings
Develop overall wellness programs
Customize needs of individuals
Examination, Assessment, and Diagnosis
Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology
Perform ergonomic measures and special tests
Assess injury / illness to determine the appropriate course of action
Immediate and Emergency Care
On-site management of injury / illness
Orthopedic or medical in nature
Preparedness and implementation regardless of severity
Referrals to advanced healthcare providers as appropriate
Therapeutic Intervention
Under medical direction of team physician
In conjunction with other healthcare providers
Follow appropriate rehabilitation protocols
Use of therapeutic modalities and exercise
Provide accommodations in sport related to injury / illness
Assess readiness for safe return to play
Guide sport-specific functional progression
Healthcare Administration and Professional Responsibility
Coordinate pre participation physicals with Sports Medicine staff
Coordinate official visits and evaluations with Sports Medicine staff
Prepare injury reports
Document in electronic medical record
Collect pertinent medical paperwork
Collect injury incident data for research purposes
Coordinate student-athlete medical appointments
Maintain primary athletic training room for Football
Maintain certifications and licensures on national and state level as appropriate
Participate in continuing education opportunities, both individually and with the sports medicine staff
Perform administrative duties for the Sports Medicine department
Assist with policy / procedure development / implementation
Create / present professional programming as assigned
Participating in football staff meetings as needed.
Follow NCAA, ACC, and University of Miami policies, procedures, and regulations
Perform job duties per NATA code of ethics and State of Florida scope of practice
Manage physicians, physician fellows, chiropractic, manual Therapy and massage schedules
Organize and administration of Athletic Training room for Football, including physician examination under director of team Physician
Coordinate and management of FB camps
Other Duties as Assigned