Athletic Trainer at Feather River College (CA) in Quincy, CA

Under the direction of the Head Athletic Trainer and the Director of Athletic Operations & Events, the athletic trainer assists in the development and implementation of programs for the prevention of injuries to student athletes, administers first aid and emergency medical care, administers rehabilitation for injuries, and related duties as assigned.

The following duties are typical of those performed by employees in this job title; however, employees may perform other related duties, and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each employee in this job title.

• Follows written policies and procedures in collaboration with athletic training staff, athletic administration & team physician regarding emergency management, infectious disease mitigation, treatment and reconditioning of injuries for athletes
• Assist with annual review and update of established programs as necessary
• Perform day-to-day activities required of the athletic training personnel
• Inspect and evaluate locker rooms, showers, playing fields, and other related facilities for potential hazards; monitor athletic equipment for product safety and integrity
• Administer first aid and emergency medical care, including lifesaving procedures, to student athletes when necessary. Must be able to make independent decisions, as well as work collaboratively with the sports medicine staff, athletic department administration, team physician, and coach(es) concerning the ability of an injured athlete to participate
• Administer and operate rehabilitation equipment and related therapeutic modalities
• Provide athletic training services for home and away competitions/events
• Coordinate and schedule physical examinations, (including PPE) and medical referrals for student-athletes to determine their ability to practice and compete.
• Refer injured students to team physician, college health center, or appropriate medical facility as necessary
• Maintain accurate and detailed injury and treatment reports about student athletes
• Maintain athletic training facilities in a clean and orderly condition
• Maintain an effective working relationship with student athletes, coaches, sports medicine personnel, athletic department administration, health center personnel, and other campus and community members
• Coordination with sports medicine department and athletic department administration, be able to secure quotes from multiple vendors for purchasing supplies and equipment for athletic training needs
• Facilitate communication between athletes, sports medicine personnel, coaches, parents, administration, and community concerning the health and physical status of athletes
• Review athletic insurance coverage and assists student athletes and staff in the correct submission of insurance claims
• Effectively communicate to student athletes, coaches, and when necessary parents, about aspects of injuries, reconditioning programs, and nutrition
• Participates as an active member of the college student athlete health and welfare team
• Facilitates treatment of injuries and provide reconditioning according to authorized medical directions
• May supervise student workers
• Assist in game management duties
• Performs related duties as assigned
• Attend athletic practices and events as required; render emergency First Aid treatment; provide preventative and emergency care for visiting teams as necessary.
• Coordinate with coaching staff to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition, strength and conditioning programs customized to meet individual student athlete needs.
• Assist in the development of the sports medicine program budget; prepare budget for athletic first aid medical supplies and equipment; assist in ordering of training room supplies and equipment.
• Provides athletic training coverage as assigned (Home, Away, Non-Traditional Sports Season)
• Monitors environmental conditions such as heat index, air quality, lightning, and extreme weather conditions
• Must be certified and educated regarding 3C2A concussion protocol and return to play requirements. Must administer all Concussion procedures and evaluations following 3C2A policies; including education, training, procedure, prevention, and return to play.

Knowledge of/ Skills in/ Abilities to:

• Methods, practices, terminology, and techniques used in athletic training activities, including the prevention of injuries
• Principles and practices of athletic training
• Ability to supervise student workers
• Policies, procedures, and objectives of physical education and athletic programs
• Advanced principles of anatomy and physiology. Symptoms of athletic injuries, applicable treatment, and first aid methods
• Various types of therapeutic treatment, equipment, and conditioning programs
• Rules and regulations applying to safe equipment operation and medical care.

Other Requirements:

• Oral and written communication skills

• Record-keeping techniques

• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy

• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures

• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing

• Meet schedules and time lines

• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others including athletes, trainers, coaches, parents, doctors, and professional associations

• Understand and work within the scope of authority

• Maintain records and prepare reports

• Operate a personal computer, calculator, and standard office equipment

• Operate rehabilitation equipment and modalities

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be BOC certified
• Bachelor’s in Physical Education, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physiology of Exercise, or Adaptive Physical Education
• Valid CA Drivers License with a safe driving record
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Two years athletic training room experience, preferably at the collegiate level
• Practical field experience in the area of Health, Physical Education and Exercise Science and Athletic Training

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s in Physical Education, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Physiology of Exercise, or Adaptive Physical Education

• Community college experience

• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students

• Job involves fieldwork in all types of weather, including moderate to heavy physical effort

• Position may require evening and weekend duties, to be determined, which will be performed in training room, gymnasium, classroom, and athletic fields

• Position requires some travel with athletic teams to away competitions

• Frequent standing, sitting, reaching, walking; occasional lifting (overhead, waist level from floor), carrying, bending; frequent near vision use for reading; constant use of voice (somewhat above normal conversation level); frequent hearing use (ordinary conversation level); evaluative and cognitive thinking and decision making