Head Athletic Trainer

Adams State University • Alamosa, CO

96d • $61,860 - $70,368

About The Position

Adams State University is seeking a Head Athletic Trainer. As a direct report to the Director of Athletics this is a full time 12 month at-will position. The fundamental responsibilities of the Head Athletic Trainer position includes managing all aspects of the Athletic Training room.

Requirements

• Ability to perform the requirements of the position.
• Athletic Training Experience required.
• Collegiate Athletic Training Experience preferred.
• Masters Degree and AT certification required.
• Member of NATA.
• Ability to work with a variety of personalities and excellent communication skills required.
• A commitment to a strict adherence to NCAA, RMAC, university and department rules and regulations.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work effectively with individuals and groups with a variety of identities, cultures, backgrounds, and ideologies.
• Ability to treat others with respect, civility, and courtesy.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to use appropriate conflict management skills to effectively manage any disagreement.
• An understanding of Adams State University’s vision and mission.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of the Adams State athletic training program.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate athletic training staff including assistant athletic trainer, student assistants, and volunteers.
• Communicate regularly with Coaches and Athletics staff regarding scheduling, injury reports, travel, coverage, travel, etc.
• Establish and maintain work schedules, coordinate staff meetings, and establish priority of daily and weekly tasks.
• Write and update policies and procedures for individuals, facilities, treatment, and activity areas by referring to established safety and legal guidelines, NATA Role Delineation Study, and best practices.
• Use electronic medical records system to log all injuries, treatments, and pertinent information (ATS).
• Responsible for purchase of and inventory of all ATR supplies and equipment.
• Select, apply and evaluate the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions using evidence-based practices to guide decisions.
• Recommend, fit and apply braces, splints and assistive devices to facilitate the patient recovery.
• Assess the patient's functional status, interpret the results and determine ability to return to activity.
• Recognize the role of medications in the recovery process.
• Provide patient education necessary to facilitate recovery.
• Perform a comprehensive examination of the patient with an orthopedic injury or medical condition.
• Communicate the nature of examination and treatment plan to patient and other involved health care personnel, respecting the privacy of the patient.
• Serve as the primary drug testing administrator or designate another certified athletic trainer in absence.
• Work collaboratively with strength and conditioning staff to design and implement conditioning programs.
• Obtain and interpret environmental and patient data to make appropriate recommendations for patient safety.
• Inspect facilities to ensure they are free of hazards, are sanitary, and that equipment is maintained properly.
• Educate patients, coaches, administrators on signs/symptoms of concussions and athletic department concussion management plan.
• Educate and train coaches and administrators on the Emergency Action Plan.
• Provide mental health education for prevention and care.
• Assist the athletic department administration in Alcohol, Smoking, and Other Drug (ATOD) education for student-athletes.
• Implement appropriate emergency injury and illness management strategies following a pre-established emergency action plan.
• Oversee Adam’s State athletic health care administration and delivery, as defined by the NCAA Independent Medical Care Legislation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact to assure Adam’s State is compliant with NCAA health and safety legislation and inter-association recommendations.
• Coordinating with physicians/medical personnel on care of student-athletes.

Benefits

• Salary range of $61,860-$70,368.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance.
• Retirement savings plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Master's degree