Certified Athletic Trainer
Summary
Certified Athletic Trainer evaluates and treats athletes' injuries, coordinates with medical staff, and implements rehabilitation programs in a clinical setting.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Athletic Trainer will diagnose and treat injuries to bone and muscle under the direction of the Medical Doctor.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Evaluates an athlete’s physical condition when an injury has occurred and implements rehabilitation and or physical therapy programs for specific injuries.
- Informs coaching staff of athlete's health/injury status and projected return date.
- Coordinates with individual or team physicians on matters of protocol relative to the specific injury.
- Keeps record of treatments and diagnostics.
- May provide advice to coaches, regarding safety in weight training or other athletic programs.
- Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
- Other duties as assigned.