Assistant Athletic Trainer

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy; Massapequa (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy in New York State seeks an Assistant Athletic Trainer to support on-site athletic care, emergency response, and injury management. You will assist in prevention, assessment, and rehabilitation while coordinating with coaches, physicians, and families.

The role requires NYS certification, BOC certification, and CPR/AED. Travel and on-site coverage for events are involved, with a comprehensive benefits package available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree from a CAATE accredited Athletic Training Program.
• 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 management of injuries.
• Perform initial on-field assessments of acute injuries and illnesses and coordinate care.
• Communicate between athletes, coaching staff, parents, doctors, and administration.
• Monitor injuries and illnesses and coordinate training, follow-up and evaluations.

Skills

Clinical preceptor training

Athletic training experience

Communication

Organizational skills

MS Office / medical databases

Teamwork

Education

CAATE-accredited Athletic Training Program

BOC Certification

New York State Certified Athletic Trainer

CPR/AED for professional rescuer

Tools

Atrack software

Online Medical Database

Job description

Company Description

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is a comprehensive multidisciplinary company offering Physical, Occupational, Speech Therapy, and Acupuncture services. We take great pride in inspiring our team to build lasting bonds with patients, doctors, and our community. But it’s not just what we do, it’s who we are. We are driven by our mission to continually invest in our people and offer the best workplace environment possible.

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-fi eld assessments of acute injuries and illness that occur before, during or after practices and games including necessary fi rst 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

Qualifications

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

Additional Information

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.