Assistant Athletic Trainer

Usphysicaltherapy2; Massapequa (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company matching

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

529 plan available

Job summary

Usphysicaltherapy2 in New York seeks an Assistant Athletic Trainer to support the Head Athletic Trainer in emergency care, injury prevention and on-field assessment. This role includes coordination with athletes, coaches and medical staff to ensure standard of care and effective rehabilitation.

The ideal candidate will have a CAATE-accredited AT program, current BOC certification, NYS licensure and CPR/AED certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree from a CAATE accredited Athletic Training Program required.
• Current BOC Certification required.
• Must be licensed as a Certified Athletic Trainer in New York State.
• CPR/AED for professional rescuer required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Athletic Trainer with athletic training office operations, including emergency care, First Aid, prevention, and injury management.
• Perform initial on-field assessments of acute injuries and illnesses and provide first aid in coordination with medical staff.
• Communicate between athletes, coaching staff, parents, doctors, and administration regarding health matters.
• Oversee recording protocols, treatment charts, accident reports, and medical history forms.
• Supervise rehabilitation protocol and daily activities in the athletic training room.
• Support home and away practices and competitions as assigned, including training and conditioning program development.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

CAATE accredited AT program

BOC Certification

New York State licensure

CPR/AED certification

Tools

Atrack software

Microsoft Office

Online Medical Database

Job description

Basic Function and Scope of Responsibilities:

The selected individual will assist the Head Athletic Trainer with all Athletic Training office operations including emergency care, First Aid, prevention and management of injuries.

Principal Responsibilities:

The position of the Assistant Athletic Trainer is to function under the supervision of a physician regarding athletic injuries and well being. This includes injury prevention, assessment, treatment, first aid, emergency care, and sports rehabilitation to the standard of care set by the Board of Certification. In addition Athletic Trainer serves as a means of communication between athletes, coaching staff , parents, doctors, and appropriate administration. The Athletic Trainer will perform initial on-field assessments of acute injuries and illness that occur before, during or after practices and games including necessary first aid in assistance with the appropriate additional medical staff such as EMS. The Athletic Trainer monitors these injuries and illnesses and coordinates training, follow-up, and evaluations programs.

Other Responsibilities:

• Education, counseling and guidance of athletes in matters pertaining to health
• Recognizing and reporting possible facility hazards to the Athletic Director and Health Coordinator
• Supervision, implementation and recording protocol for rehabilitation athletes as set by the Head Athletic Trainer
• Coverage of home and away practices and competitions as assigned
• Work with coaches in the development and implementation of effective training and conditioning programs
• Application of prevention taping, braces, supports, and other types of protective equipment to athletes
• Selection of application of therapeutic modalities for rehabilitation and reconditioning athletes
• Management and supervision of daily activates in the athletic training room
• Record keeping including accident reports, daily treatment charts, daily logs, medical history forms and insurance forms
• Maintenance of athletic training room equipment and other duties directed by the Head Athletic Trainer
• Act as clinical supervisor for students working toward BOC Certification

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree from a CAATE accredited Athletic Training Program required
• Current BOC Certification required
• Must be licensed as a Certified Athletic Trainer in New York State
• CPR/AED for professional rescuer required

Training, Skills, Knowledge, Experience:

• Must be clinical preceptor trained by clinical education coordinator for Athletic Training Certification. Entails the ability to Atrack software, learning monitor to test skills in accordance to the educational level in academic program, track process, report feedback, document hours
• Minimum two years' experience as an athletic trainer preferred not required
• Certification by the National Athletic Trainer's Association Board Certifications and valid New York State Certification is required.
• Must have a knowledge of and commitment to conduct all activities in compliance with NCAA, LIU, NATA and the NEC rules and regulations
• Good Communication and organizational skills
• Efficient with Microsoft Office and Online Medical Database
• Ability to work in a team-oriented facility

Working Conditions:

• Ability to meet physical demands of the position
• External and internal sports facilities
• Extensive traveling
• Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, running, and 20= lbs
• Mobility and Manual dexterity
• Contact with staff, athletics, and outside vendor

What We Offer!

• Competitive compensation package
• 401(k) plan with company matching options
• Generous Paid Time Off
• A rich benefits package, including medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance
• New York's 529 College Savings Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Perks: discounted rates for entertainment, travel, fitness, insurance plans, etc. through our partnership with Plum Benefits
• FSA Plans- pretax savings plans to pay for unreimbursed medical and dental expenses, travel to & from work
• Company Events- Annual Family Field Day, Leadership Retreats, and Holiday Awards Celebration

And much more!

The anticipated salary range for this position is $60,000-$65,000. Salary range is based on various factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography. Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and other benefits are also available, subject to the terms of the Company's plan.