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ATHLETIC TRAINER JOB DESCRIPTION (SAMPLE)

This is a description of a job as an Head Athletic Trainer. This is a random, sample of a typical "Athletic Trainer Help Wanted" advertisement posting. As you can tell, a career in athletic training, while rewarding, is often hard and strenuous work and requires a great deal of expertise.

SUMMARY OF JOB POSITION:

Under general supervision, supports the athletic program by providing comprehensive fitness, nutrition, and conditioning programs for student athletes. Evaluates physical condition of student athletes and implements treatment plan(s) as appropriate. Develops customized conditioning programs to meet individual needs. Treats chronic minor injuries and related disabilities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Designs and implements a wide range of fitness, nutrition, and conditioning programs for student-athletes; designs customized plans to meet individual needs.
Administers first aid to athletes; applies protective or injury-preventive devices such as strapping, bandaging, or braces.
Operates therapeutic devices and equipment, fits braces, guards, mouth pieces, and other devices, and recommends reconditioning procedures in cooperation with and under the direction of the team physician.
Counsels and advises athletes and coaches on conditioning and training matters such as diet, rest, and rehabilitation.
Calls physician for seriously injured athletes.
Supervises and instructs assistant and student trainers.
Supervises safety factors of athletic competition by ensuring elimination of undue hazards.
Maintains appropriate records, including insurance claims of injured athletes.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree; at least 5 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.
Ability to design and implement effective fitness, nutrition, and conditioning programs for college-level athletes
Records maintenance skills.
Knowledge of a wide range of CPR and first-aid techniques.
Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
Ability to fit, adjust and/or modify a range of orthotic and body protection devices.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to supervise and train assigned staff.
Knowledge of medical insurance claims procedures and documentation.
Knowledge of physical therapy theory and practice.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Successful candidate must submit to post offer, pre-employment physical examination/medical history check.
CPR Certified

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

This sample posting was for a Head Athletic Trainer, and found originally on the University on New Mexico's web site.

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