Assistant Athletic Trainer

Primary Purpose

Assist the Athletic Trainer in the day-to-day operations of the athletic training department to include but not limited to:

• Appropriate application of emergency procedures
• Providing first aid
• Documentation of care
• Communication with coaches and physicians

Qualifications

Education Bachelors degree

Certification Valid license from Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers

Current adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) certification

Special Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and injury prevention
• Ability to provide emergency care and rehabilitation for student athletic injuries
• Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes and assistants
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience 3 years experience as an athletic trainer preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Plan and implement a comprehensive athletic injury and illness prevention program for student athletes. Provide physical conditioning training to student athletes. Attend practice sessions and athletic contests, and prepare athletes using protective techniques and devices as needed. Provide emergency or continued care and refer athletes to physician for definitive diagnosis and treatment. Detect and resolve risks to athletes and determine continued participation in athletic events. Develop and establish specific procedures to be carried out in the event of a medical emergency. Provide health care information and counsel, and instruct student athletes on subject matter related to athletic training. Establish and maintain effective communication with students, parents, medical, and paramedical personnel, coaches, and other staff.

Rehabilitation and Reconditioning

Plan and implement a comprehensive rehabilitation and reconditioning program for injuries and illnesses sustained by student athletes. Determine therapeutic goals and objectives for individual athletes, apply therapeutic modalities, and instruct athletes on proper use of exercise equipment. Fit injured athletes with specialized equipment and oversee its use. Evaluate and record rehabilitation progress of athletes. Develop criteria for progression and return to practice and competition. Follow and enforce professional ethical and legal parameters regarding the use of drugs and therapeutic agents for treatment and rehabilitation of injured athletes.

Administration

Coordinate scheduling of athletic physical examinations and screening. Select train, and supervise student assistants. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents, including medical accident and treatment records as required. Maintain an inventory of training supplies and equipment, and requisition additional supplies as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct the work of student assistants.

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Frequent prolonged and irregular hours

Physical Demands

• Prolonged standing
• Frequent kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping, pushing, and twisting
• Continual walking, moderate reaching
• Moderate lifting and carrying

Environmental Factors

• Work outside exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather
• Inside exposure to noise, exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases
• Frequent district-wide and statewide travel

Tools and Equipment Used

• Exercise equipment and devices, including:
• Stationary bike
• Pulleys
• Weights
• Whirlpool
• Paraffin bath
• Ultrasound equipment
• Cold packs
• Automated external defibrillator (AED)

Posture

• Prolonged standing
• Frequent kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping, pushing, and twisting

Motion

• Continual walking
• Moderate reaching
• Moderate lifting and carrying

Salary Commensurate with TCISD hiring salary guide

Days Employed 187