The Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for assisting scholar-athletes with the evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries; this includes both musculoskeletal injuries, as well as mild general medical illnesses/injuries. Additionally, the Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for tasks assigned by the Associate Athletic Trainer and/or Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine, such as the scheduling of pre-participation physicals, baseline…
neurocognitive exams, Federal Work Study Students, and other administrative tasks. Sport Assignments include Men's Soccer and Baseball.
- Assists scholar-athletes with the evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. This includes both musculoskeletal injuries, as well as mild general medical illnesses/injuries.
- Assists scholar-athletes with referrals to other medical providers for injuries and illnesses, if necessary.
- Assists with filing essential paperwork for proper medical documentation and oversees medical insurance claims.
- Determines the medical clearance of scholar-athletes in regards to participating in his or her sport.
- Oversees the scholar-athlete participation during athletic practices and games, which includes pre-game set-up and break-down.
- Maintains the upkeep of the medical facility, as well as the inventory of the medical equipment.
- Works closely with coaches and athletic administration on the medical status of scholar-athletes, while regularly participating in department and staff meetings.
- Assists with special projects as assigned by the Associate and/or Head Athletic Trainers, such as the scheduling of pre-participation physicals, baseline neurocognitive exams, and Federal Work Study Students.