Description

ATHLETIC TRAINER * SAFETY SENSITIVE 7AM-3:30PM

The Athletic Trainer is responsible for providing comprehensive athletic health care services, including injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and emergency care for student-athletes or athletic program participants. This role collaborates closely with physicians, coaches, and strength staff to ensure safe participation in sports and optimal recovery outcomes. The Athletic Trainer also develops conditioning and injury-prevention programs, maintains accurate medical records, and ensures compliance with state, institutional, and national athletic health standards.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and assess athletic injuries and determine appropriate care or referral
Provide immediate emergency care during practices, games, and events
Design and implement injury prevention and rehabilitation programs
Apply therapeutic modalities, taping, bracing, and manual therapy techniques
Maintain detailed and confidential medical documentation for athletes
Coordinate with physicians, physical therapists, and coaching staff
Educate athletes on injury prevention, hydration, nutrition, and safe training practices
Ensure compliance with NCAA, high school athletic association, or organizational policies
Travel with teams when required for competitions and events
Manage athletic training facility equipment, supplies, and safety protocols

Requirements

Job Requirements

Strong knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy, sports injuries, and rehabilitation principles
Ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure athletic environments
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong decision-making skills in emergency situations
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as needed
Physical ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy equipment, and respond quickly to injuries

Education & Certification Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field (Master’s degree preferred)
Certification by the Board of Certification (BOC) as a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)
Current Arkansas licensure
CPR/AED certification required (must be kept current)

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