X99889 Head Athletic Trainer

Northeastern State University • Tahlequah, OK

35d

About The Position

This position oversees all aspects of athletic training and sports medicine.

Requirements

• Knowledge of accessing injuries, treatment, care and rehabilitation.
• Knowledge of budget management, understanding of insurance and third-party billing.
• Skill in use of athletic training and rehabilitation machines and equipment.
• Skill in computer, multi-functioning devices (copy, scan and fax).
• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of National Athletic Trainer's Association Board of Certification.
• State of Oklahoma Athletic Trainer License required or eligible.
• Master's degree required.
• Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated five to ten years' experience or service.

Responsibilities

• Schedules all employee coverage for events as well as scheduling doctors' visits and outside coverage when necessary.
• Assesses overall program effectiveness and makes recommendations for change to Athletic Director.
• Provide treatment for student-athletes and appropriate communication to head coaches regarding treatments.
• Responsible for maintaining required documentation on all athletes which may include delegation of this task to the Athletic Trainer(s).
• Oversee sport practice sessions and provide routine and emergency treatment as necessary.
• Perform administrative duties for the athletic training program including, but not limited to: recruiting and supervising staff, overseeing student-athlete insurance, managing third-party billing, scheduling appointments as well as consulting with physicians and specialists regarding treatments and/or surgeries, risk management and budget oversight.
• Serve as the NCAA Health Care Administrator.
• Instruct student-athletes, coaches and staff on athletic training policies, procedures and best practices to create and maintain a safe environment.
• Responsible for recruitment and employment decisions for assigned personnel.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees