Athletic Trainer

Major functions are injury prevention recognition evaluation management treatment and rehabilitation; program organization administration and education; counseling of the athlete.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from accredited program
• Athletic Trainer – NH
• Athletic Trainer – National NATABOC
• Athletic Trainer – State where service is provided
• CPR certified within 90 days of hire

Major Responsibilities:

1. Evaluates the physical condition; advises and treats athletes and orthopedic conditions to maintain maximum physical fitness for athletic participation.
2. Understands pre-season; in-season and post season conditioning programs to maintain maximum physical conditioning.
3. Makes appropriate referrals to Hospital; Physician or other health care personnel. Collaborates with other personnel to ensure optimal outcomes.
4. Under the direction of a physician; will carry out a prescribed treatment regime; within guidelines of state certification/licensure.
5. Assists in the Clinic as an Aide/Exercise Technician under the direction of a therapist.
6. Evaluates and prescribes exercises to patients seen through an injury consult.
7. Maintains accurate training room and injury assessment records.
8. Responsible for inventory; budget and requisitioning of training equipment and supplies.
9. Renders first aid and rehab techniques to injured players (i.e.; ice; whirlpool; taping; exercise; stretching; heat).
10. Orients; instructs and supervises ancillary personnel. Provides training to Rehab staff; hospital; and community groups.