Head Athletic Trainer - Higher Ed. plans and directs the athletic training program. Oversees the training room and supervises a team of physical therapists. Being a Head Athletic Trainer - Higher Ed. coordinates medical coverage at sporting events. Requires a master's degree. Additionally, Head Athletic Trainer - Higher Ed. requires Athletic Trainer Certification. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Head Athletic Trainer - Higher Ed. manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Head Athletic Trainer - Higher Ed. typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The duties of the athletic trainer include, but are not limited to, prevention of athletic injuries, recognition, evaluation, and immediate care of athletic injuries, rehabilitation and reconditioning of athletic injuries, health care administration, and professional development and responsibility as specified in the Domains of the NATA Certified Athletic Trainer. Ensure that players participate only when physically able and that any physician instructions are understood and followed. Coordinate with the Activities/Athletic Director/Athletic Trainer to ensure that the athletic training room and all required events will be covered.
Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree
Valid license from Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers
Valid certification by National Athletic Trainers Association preferred
Valid Texas Teacher Certificate preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Develop plans for providing athletic trainer coverage at all interscholastic athletic
events identified in Athletic Training Program Coverage Policy
Establish daily hours of operation for the athletic training room
Develop a comprehensive emergency plan for their specific facilities
Initiate and administer an athletic training student aide program in accordance with
the schools clubs and activities guidelines
Establish a working relationship with a designated team physician and community
physicians
Complete District Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan training and
comply with the regulations therein
Maintain adequate medical quality records on all injuries and rehabilitation
procedures
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