Possess a master’s degree in athletic training and must be a currently licensed Athletic Trainer by the OATA process.
Possess at least four (4) years of demonstrated experience as an Athletic Trainer.
Possess a certification through the National Athletic Trainers Association as a certified Athletic Trainer.
Possess experience and certification in the field of strength and conditioning through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) (or equivalent) is strongly recommended but not required.
Possess and maintain current certification by the NSCA as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or obtain the certification within the first year of employment.
Skill in team coordination, facilitation, and communication to facilitate the exchange of information/ education, enhance goal achievement, augment abilities of client support network, and identify changes in system or policy at any level.
Skill in management of information systems and technology to manage individual or population health, continuously improving practice, and effectively communicates practice outcomes to involved stakeholders.
Duties:
Provide services for personnel within the ATC’s scope of practice as defined by the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA). To include cupping and dry needling.
Provide instruction and guidance to help prevent injuries and maximize physical conditioning and performance.
Participate in periodic meetings to review the preventative maintenance provided to personnel and identify opportunities for improvement.
Advise unit commanders on matters related to injury prevention, sports medicine, and rehabilitation. Advise unit commanders on administrative matters, purchasing supplies and equipment, and supplemental fiscal requests as well as matters related to injury prevention and pre-habilitation.
Provide all forms of “primary” injury (acute and/or duty-limiting) prevention services; to include but not limited to physical capacity as well as new member assessments, personnel health education, nutrition advising.