Summary

The Athletic Trainer-Certified provides athletic training services to student athletes under the direction of the team physician or by written referral from a physician, and in accordance with the state athletic training practice act. Monitors and provides game/contest coverage for athletes at assigned schools. Designs and implements preventative injury programs; identifies, evaluates and provides immediate care/referral for athletic injuries. Acts as a liaison between family physicians, medical specialists, school representatives, athletes, their parents, coaches and athletic directors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. 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.

• 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.
• Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
• Provides athlete consultation, practice coverage and injury tracking documentation for athletes at assigned schools; advises and reviews pre-season, in-season and post-season strength and conditioning programs.
• Provides game/contest coverage for assigned schools as scheduled; notifies coaches and athletic director of athletes who are not medically eligible to compete.
• Provides medical coverage for assigned school athletic camps during summer months in consultation with the Athletic Training Supervisor, athletic director, and coaches.
• Reviews pre-game and practice taping and preparation with athletes to provide information regarding injury risks; makes recommendations for athlete safety and hydration based on environmental conditions.
• Acts as liaison between physicians, medical specialists, school representatives, athletes, their parents, coaches and athletic directors.
• Provides immediate and emergency care when needed following emergency action protocols and treatment.
• Implements and communicates the use of the XLNTBrain concussion management system to all athletes, coaching staff, and support staff.
• Develops treatment programs in accordance with findings of evaluations and goals established by the injury assessment or treating physician; schedules athlete treatments and/or interventions as necessary per established guidelines; assesses athlete’s status in response to treatment and modifies program as appropriate and/or in conjunction with treating physician.
• Refers athletes for appropriate diagnostic and follow-up procedures and subsequent injury tracking; maintains accurate records/documentation of injuries, treatments and provides insurance claim forms for sports injuries treated by a physician.
• Develops and maintains a budget for athletic training supplies; recommends new equipment and supplies to ensure optimum quality of athlete’s care.
• Follows established policies and procedures specific to the athletic training room and the athletic healthcare program.
• Presents educational programs for the healthy and injured athletes, e.g., alcohol and other drug abuse, performance anxiety, nutrition.
• Provides in-service education to the members of the staff and community as directed by the Athletic Training Supervisor.
• Reports for event coverage and attends meetings at designated time.
• May provide athletic training at youth sport venues; conduct sports medicine clinics and seminars; provide coverage at athletic camps and local sporting events within the Wahoo Public High School system.
• Assists with the development and implementation of operational policies and procedures and emergency action plan of the athletic healthcare program as requested by the Athletic Training Supervisor.
• Works in conjunction with Athletic Training Supervisor for strategic planning, growth, and development to stay on the cutting edge of athletic training.
• Assists the Athletic Training Supervisor to develop, maintain, review and revise departmental policy and procedure manuals annually or as needed.
• Attend the Therapy and Wellness department meetings at direction of Director of Therapy and Wellness.
• Assist with the Edge Wellness programs as requested by the supervisor within the Wahoo Public High School system.
• Practice the proper fire, safety and disaster procedures as set forth by SMC.
• Participate in all quality, safety, security and infection control programs that are mandatory as well as those required and provided by the department.
• Uphold confidentiality and HIPAA compliance at all times and report violations to the Privacy Officer.
• Understand and comply with the requirements of the Saunders Medical Center’s Compliance Program, including, but not limited to the Code of Conduct, the Compliance Policy, all Saunders Medical Center-wide policies for compliance, and compliance plans affecting specific duties and responsibilities.
• Participate in all education and training programs regarding compliance as required by Saunders Medical Center policy and as requested by the Supervisor.
• Demonstrate personal traits of a high-level commitment, motivation and energy; team orientation; professionalism; trust; personal honesty and integrity; and a demonstration of placing others in a place of high value and treating them with dignity and respect.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of athletic training protocols and evidence-based clinical practice guidelines.
• Knowledge of the principals of growth and development over the life span.
• Knowledge of anatomical structure and function, physiological and biomechanical demands and response to exercise.
• Knowledge of the nutritional and hydration demands of athletes.
• Knowledge of athletic event play rules, equipment and safety requirements.
• Skill in performing prescribed treatments and recommendations by team/program/event physician.
• Skill in recognizing, evaluating and providing immediate care of athletic injuries.
• Ability to perform prevention, assessment, treatment (including first aide) and reconditioning of athletic injuries.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality relative to sensitive information.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to use, demonstrate and maintain athletic training equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to perform proper taping, strapping, bracing and fitting of athletic equipment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Disclosure Statement

The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in an athletic training related field

Certificates Licenses, Registrations

Current certification and in good standing with the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATABOC)

Current BLS / AED

Currently licensed or eligible with DHHS in Nebraska

Language Skills

Must be able to read, write and follow written and oral instructions and possess positive skills in communication. Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, patients, visitors, and the general public. Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, patients/athletes, visitors, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate at the level necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in oral, written, diagram or schedule form. Should be capable of following policies, interpreting statistics, making decisions, and performing marketing activities.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift 70 pounds from floor to waist occasionally.
• Capable of exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally (less than 1/3 of the time), and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently (1/2 of the time), and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly (2/3 or more of the time) to move objects, equipment, and/or patients.
• Work requires significant mobility skills including bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching and balancing. Assists with or transfers athletes of various weight/height. Pushes carts loaded with athletic equipment. May stand for long periods of time and/or walk long distances. Must be able to carry training kit and coolers for long distances. May be exposed to blood and body fluids requiring universal precautions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Attendance is essential and required for a successful working environment.