Assistant Athletic Trainer
University of Montevallo
Montevallo, Alabama, The purpose of this position is to assist with the administration of the Sports Medicine Program for the health, safety and welfare of student-athletes under general supervision of the Head Athletic Trainer.
Essential Job Duties
Evaluate, treat and rehabilitate athletic injuries.
Supervise sports medicine needs of specific teams as assigned by head trainer.
Assist in establishing and maintaining a working relationship with coaches, physicians, parents and University Health Services and refer students as necessary.
Assist with the medical record-keeping and insurance for student-athletes.
Coordinate pre-participation physical examinations with head athletic trainer.
Schedule doctor’s appointments for injured athletes.
Assist with inventory of medical supplies and equipment.
Counsel student-athletes with regard to a variety of medical issues.
Remain in full compliance with NCAA, Conference and University policies and procedures, and acknowledges this compliance as part of the evaluation process.
Complete appropriate insurance billing for services rendered as directed.
Obtains the required continuing education credits to fulfill the requirements for licensure renewal and national certification.
Assist with applicable NCAA and Institutional Drug Testing programs.
Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned. The individual holding this position will serve as a representative of the University and, as such, shall promote a positive impression by demonstrating a collegial and professional customer-service approach at all times.
Knowledge of NCAA , Conference and University policies and procedures;
Knowledge of medical record-keeping and insurance for student-athletes;
Ability to administer First Aid, CPR / AED