Description

The Athletic Trainer will work within the university system to provide specialized care to its athletic population. They will accept responsibility of creating and implementing evidence-based sports performance programs, provide care during community events and assist in cross coverage of affiliated schools or organizations as needed. The focus of the position will be the specialization of strength and conditioning of the athletes within the partnered schools and community. The ATC assumes responsibility to meet or exceed all established program indicators and assures that their actions are in a manner consistent with the vision, mission, and values of the organization. 

Requirements

        Develop plans for providing athletic training coverage at interscholastic athletic events and practices. 

        Establish and maintain a budget for athletic training supplies/equipment and carryout the bidding and ordering process with school personnel (e.g., athletic 
        director, treasurer, etc.) as needed. 

        Establish the athletic training clinic operating hours. 

        Develop and do annual updates for a venue specific emergency action plan. 

        Develop an athletic training student-aid program if requested by the school and follow state guidelines and laws regarding athletic-training student-aides. 

        Establish a working relationship with the medical director, the school nurse, and other healthcare professionals within the community.

        Complete LBJI Academy courses for the organization as assigned and any training required by the school. 

        Maintain thorough medical records on all injuries and rehabilitation procedures. 

        Comply with organizational policies, uphold the NATA code of ethics, stay up-to-date on best practices withing the profession of athletic training, and
        pursue continuing education in order to maintain credentials and to fill in weaknesses in professional practice. 

        Provide CPR/AED training to coaches as requested.

        Attend and participate in monthly athletic training meetings and be willing to share ideas on how athletic trainers can continue to help the community. 

        Provide schools with services that meet the standards of the NATA Safe Sports School Award.