What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Athletic Trainer position at Post University?
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Assistant Athletic Trainer works with the current athletic trainers to provide comprehensive care for the student-athletes at an NCAA Division II institution. The individual will provide athletic health care services including, but not limited to, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for 22 varsity sports and two junior varsity programs.
Essential Accountabilities:
- Preparation and coverage of practices and home games
- Assist with managing the daily operations of the athletic training room, including keeping updated medical records and PPEs.
- Able to perform physical requirements of the job - lifting, kneeling, sitting, squatting, standing for long hours.
- The Assistant Athletic Trainer will also be responsible for coordinating medical referrals, including scheduling doctor appointments, and assisting in preparing and processing insurance claims for the student-athletes. The Head Athletic Trainer will decide on team assignments.
- Weekend, evening, holiday hours and some travel are required.
Minimum Qualifications & Competencies:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions (list below).
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree from a CAATE accredited Athletic Training education program
- BOC certification
- Connecticut Athletic Trainer Licensed, or eligible
- A current CPR/AED certification
- Strength and Conditioning experience a plus