Head Athletic Trainer

Hocking Technical College • Nelsonville, OH

110d • $60,000

About The Position

This position reports to the Athletic Director. This is a professional position and all of the duties of the position must be conducted in adherence with the policies, rules, and regulations of affiliated national, regional, and state intercollegiate athletic associations, NJCAA, and Hocking College. The Athletic Trainer is responsible for the Health & Safety for all athletes within the Athletic Department.

Requirements

• Master's degree from an accredited university in an appropriate area of specialization
• Certification from the NATA
• Additional education and/or experience may be required for certain sports

Responsibilities

• Establish an effective athletic training program for college athletics
• Provide First Aid and injury assessment/treatment/rehabilitation/reconditioning for Hocking College student-athletes
• Provide coverage at all home events and practices
• Maintain a line of communication with local physicians regarding athletic health care and recommended treatment/rehabilitation for all athletic injuries
• Assist coaching staffs in evaluating and implementing sport specific conditioning programs and methods
• Maintain an effective and efficient athletic training room located in the Student Center
• File all necessary reports associated with athletic injuries and/or incidents
• Maintain a daily treatment log
• Oversee the ordering of supplies and equipment pertaining to the athletic training room located in the Student Center and maintain an up to date inventory
• Provide the Athletic Director with an annual budget for supplies and equipment
• Assist in the selection and fitting of protective equipment, including special taping, pads, or braces
• Create a safe playing environment by monitoring and controlling environmental risks
• Share professional literature relative to athletic training with the school's coaching staff as well as supervising coaches and others in the administration of athletic training and health and safety of student athletes

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: Master's degree