Assistant Athletic Trainer

Summary of Job Duties:

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (Little Rock Athletics) seeks an Assistant Athletic Trainer/ WBB who will serve as the primary athletic trainer for Women's Basketball and other sports assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer and will be responsible for all aspects of athletic training for those sports. The assignment may change at the direction of the Head Athletic Trainer.

This position will require certification from the NATABOC and eligibility to be licensed by the Arkansas State Board of Athletic Training. The Assistant Athletic Trainer will practice under the supervision of the Team Physician for UA Little Rock. All duties and responsibilities are governed by the state, federal, and university policy.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree;

• BOC Certification;

• Eligible for licensure in the State of Arkansas.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for overseeing athletic-related medical care for all student-athletes;

• Provide daily treatments, rehabilitation, and management of athletic injuries/illnesses for student-athletes;

• Travel will be required but not limited to the teams assigned to the Head Athletic;

• Trainer for the regular season and championship competitions;

• Establish a line of communication with coaches/medical personnel concerning student-athlete status with their injury/illness;

• Liaison with Little Rock Team Physicians and other medical personnel concerning student-athlete medical care;

• Coordinate student-athlete appointments and follow-ups with physicians as needed. This includes but is not limited to orthopedic, ophthalmic, dental, and family practice;

• Maintain and update individual student-athlete files including but not limited to medical treatment/history, rehabilitation programs, drug testing results, and family insurance information;

• Communicate with Head Coaches concerning student-athlete welfare;

• Parental contact in case of serious injury or perceived incident with the Head Coach;

• Coordinate annual physicals for incoming and returning student-athletes;

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Senior Staff and Associate Head Athletic Trainer;

• Apply protective devices, recognize and evaluate injuries, and provide first aid or emergency care;

• Ensure compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations;

• Recognize and evaluate injuries.

• Ordering and storing supplies and equipment, and managing the daily operations of the training room.
   

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities;

• Knowledge of University and NCAA rules and regulations;

• Possess the requisite qualities for the profession;

• Sports injury assessment, treatment, management, and rehabilitation;

• Knowledge of applicable laws related to medical information (i.e. HIPPA);

• Appropriate taping, wrapping, and use of protective devices;

• Able to handle a high workload in a demanding environment and be well organized; excellent interpersonal skills; maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information and issues, and work independently;

• Ability to work nights, and weekends;

• Good communication skills, personality, and ability to relate well with student-athletes, team physicians, coaches, etc. Working Conditions and Atmosphere.