Posted Salary Range: Commensurate with Experience
Job Summary
The incumbent assists the Certified Athletic Trainer in preventing, examining and treating athlete's injuries. He/he also assists with the supervision and coordination of the University's sports medicine program.Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of a large range of medical problemsGood communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonalGood computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office SuiteGood organizational skillsAbility to think critically and make independent decisions regarding the assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and return to play decisions per state licensure guidelinesAbility to effectively prioritize responsibilities and multi-task Essential Job Functions
- Assist with planning, developing and implementing the athletic training program which includes preventing, assessing, rehabilitating and treating all injuries that the student-athletes may acquire while playing for any of the 15 sports (250 + student-athletes).
- Assist with running a proper health care facility with the proper working equipment, materials and supplies needed to comply with NATA standards.
- Assist with developing overall sports medicine program for the University, including: injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, injury treatment and rehabilitation, educational programs and counseling for student-athletes
- Provide athletic training services for the University's athletic department, including attendance at scheduled team practices and home and away competitions as necessary
- Assist with coordinating and scheduling physical examinations and medical referrals for student-athletes to determine their ability to practice and compete
- Work in conjunction with the strength and conditioning staff to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition and conditioning programs customized to meet individual student-athlete needs
- Assist with scheduling and coordinating athletic training staff and students for athletic training services of all team practices and athletic competitions
- Evaluate and recommend new techniques and equipment that would enhance the benefit of the sports medical program
- Record keeping and documentation
Licensing and Certifications
First Aid/CPR/AED Certification (or ability to achieve these certifications within 30 days of hire)Valid Mississippi Driver's License Posting Number: S1140
