Athletic Trainer Assistant - Athletic Trainer
Sam Houston State University

Requisition:

202400130S

Athletic Trainer Assistant - Athletic Trainer

Exempt

This position is a pay grade 9. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf

Professional

Athletics

Office of the President

04/12/2024

Yes

Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or a related field. National Athletic Trainer Association certified and Texas State licensing required or must be eligible for and obtain certification and license for continued employment. A minimum of two years athletic training experience at the university, high school, clinical, club level, graduate assistant positions in athletic training or experience in a related field. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Assists the head athletic trainer in coordinating advanced professional skills as assistant athletic trainer through treatment of injuries, counseling, training and proper budgetary management.

Assists in providing athletic first aid and emergency care for injured athletes. Screens injuries and refers to proper medical specialties. Provides treatment for athletic injuries. Tapes, wraps, pads, and provides protection for athletic injuries. Counsels athletes on nutrition, drugs, and alcohol. Assists in the coordination of and oversees the practical training experience for student-athletic training. Coordinates athletic training activities for visiting teams. Assists in preparing budget for athletic supplies for total program. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Must have thorough understanding of sports, rules, compliance regulations and conference recruiting rules and policies. May be required to teach in an academic program at the discretion of the Director of Athletics. Expected to develop an appropriate rapport with community and university personnel. Must be knowledgeable of all NCAA and conference rules. Must adhere to NCAA and conference bylaws. Must be supportive of institutional compliance and academic programs. Must report all NCAA and conference violations to proper personnel.

Full Time

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