Athletic Trainer Assistant - Higher Ed. jobs in Kansas

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Job LocationArkansas City Main Campus - Arkansas City, KS

Description

Job Summary : The Assistant Athletic trainer reports to the Head Athletic Trainer and will assist with all aspects of the athletic training program.

This position is responsible for the care, prevention, and rehabilitation of injuries and / or illnesses to Cowley College athletes.

Position Duties : Therapy / treatment and game-day / practice times in gymnasium and additional locations for student-athlete care and prevention (ending times may vary depending upon needs).

Attend Assigned sport / s home games and needed away games, coordinating with coaches the pre and post-game needs.Assist in maintaining injury reports and forms.

Assist with the coordination of Pre-Participation Evaluations (PPE) and injuries of athletes with appropriate medical staff.

Assist with coordinating necessary aspects of the athletic training program with all coaches.Assist with the ordering, dispensing and inventory of athletic training room supplies and equipment.

First responder for athlete injuries during assigned practices and games. Provide initial evaluation and assessment of injury, coordinate treatment, and respond to emergencies.

• Provide appropriate education to athletes including but not limited to; dietary issues, hygiene and exercise.Instruct athletes in injury prevention, including, but not limited to;
• observing playing area, use of correct equipment.Safety Control; manage weather situations, game control, monitor heat indexAssist with the coordination of the athletic drug testing program, including, but not limited to;
• administer tests, maintain records.Assist with managing the Student Athlete insurance plan, including, but not limited to;

processing claims, injury reports, communication with appropriate medical facilities and coordinate invoices and EOB's with primary insurance carriers.

Maintain courteous, professional and effective working relationships with employees, vendors and / or any other representatives of external organization.

Comply with all College policies and proceduresAssist the Head Athletic Trainer by performing other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Skills : Knowledge of sports medicine.Knowledge of general operations, organization and management of an athletic training room.

Knowledge of insurance forms and procedures for reporting athletic injuries.Must possess accurate record keeping skills.Must possess a positive attitude towards students and understand their social and personal development needs.

Demonstrate an ability to supervise and positively motivate student athletes and athletic training students.Must have the ability to react quickly in emergency situations.

Must have the ability to remain calm in tense situations and effectively deal with confrontational situations.Ability to work independently, as well as on a team.

Ability to work and maintain the highest level of confidentiality.Good communications skills, both written and spoken.Ability to organize and prioritize work.

Work well under deadline pressures.Excellent human relations skills. Ability to work with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and diverse populations.

Understanding of and commitment to quality improvement.

Required Education : Bachelor's degree with a major course of study athletic training. (or Post baccalaureate Degree equivalent)NATABOC certification.

KSBHA licensure (must be obtained within specified time limit).Emergency Cardiac Care (ECC) Certification.

Required Experience : Minimum Athletic training experience as required for NATABOC certification and KSBHA licensureExperience working with student populations, preferred.

Supervisory Requirements : None

• Physical Requirements : Ability to traverse stairs; Ability to maintain physical mobility and composure and to assist with physical student activity;

ability to bend, stoop, reach and grasp as required to perform responsibilities; ability to drive motor vehicle; and ability to work on the computer for long periods of time.

Work Environment : Work performed in gym area, indoor facility, athletic training rooms, and outdoor facilities.

Cowley College is dedicated to providing equal opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation or other legally protected category.

Notice of Non-Discrimination found at https : / / www.cowley.edu / about / legal.html)

Last updated : 2024-04-07