Head Athletic Trainer

Adams State UniversityAlamosa, 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.
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