Athletic Trainer

Athletic Trainer

Full Time West Point, NY, US

2 days ago Requisition

Provides care, prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and related problems in cadet-athletes. Assumes primary responsibility for assigned team - Men s Soccer.

Assumes responsibility for coordinating and delivering all athletic training services and oversees the overall health and well-being of cadet-athletes for assigned sport(s). Conducts thorough and accurate record keeping. Undertakes administrative taskings and special projects at the discretion of the Associate Athletic Director, Head Athletic Trainer. Performs duties consistent with the National Athletic Trainers  Association, Board of Certification, and New York State Board of Education standards.

Extremely High:
The position will have discretionary decision-making in the day-to-day management of cadet-athletes and their healthcare. Must be able to think critically and make independent decisions regarding assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and return to play decisions in conjunction with team physicians. Failure to perform these responsibilities could result in severe injury, including death.

Success in this position will be evaluated by the Supervisor on the employee’s performance in a variety of areas, including but not limited to:
Commitment to AWPAA Mission, Vision and Values; and supporting the AWPAA Strategic Plan and Priority Results.

75% Health care services for assigned team(s)

• Coordinate and deliver athletic training services daily to assigned team(s).
• Provide care and manage injuries and illnesses, including prevention, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation strategies.
• Maintain proper records of injuries, treatment, rehabilitation, and exposure.
• Communicate effectively with the Associate Athletics Director, Head Athletic Trainer, Supervisor, coaches, parents, military personnel, and physicians in all matters of cadet health and safety.
• Design and supervise rehabilitation programs.
• Refer cadet-athletes to the appropriate physician according to accepted guidelines.
• Collaborate with sports performance staff (e.g., strength and nutrition) on matters of cadet-athlete wellness and return to play.

• Provide education and instruction to cadet-athletes on the prevention and care of musculoskeletal injuries.
• Supervise athletic training students and cadet managers/trainers for assigned team(s).
• Implements risk mitigation strategies in collaboration with the performance team.

• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Associate Athletics Director, Head Athletic Trainer.

N/A

• Must be able to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the athletics schedule.
• Able to lift > 75 lbs. Ability to move self and athletic training supplies to athletic training rooms and storerooms.
• Consistently operate computer and productivity machinery such as calculator, copy machine, and medical modalities.
• This position frequently communicates with cadet-athletes, coaches, physicians, and staff regarding cadet health and wellness. Must be able to communicate and share information with all parties.
• Consistently works in outdoor weather conditions when providing direct support at outdoor practice and competition facilities.

Travel as necessary with the team(s) to away contests. Up to 20% of the time may be committed to travel and overnight stays.

• Bachelor’s degree in athletic training or related field.
• National Athletic Trainers  Association Certification.
• Board of Certification License.
• New York State Athletic Trainers …