JOB SUMMARY

The Athletic Trainer is responsible for monitoring the health of student-athletes and providing coverage for practices, games and competitions. The Athletic Trainer provides treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and referral to other medical professionals when needed. This position also assists in coordinating and documenting annual physical examinations for student-athletes and maintaining treatment records for student-athletes. The Athletic Trainer assists the Director of Athletics and coaches in selection of protective equipment for each sport and maintains inventory of supplies and equipment. This position involves frequent contact with coaches, student-athletes, the MCH Clinic, medical personnel and direct care staff. This position also requires a thorough understanding of and demonstrated competency in the Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) techniques developed by the Institute of Child Development at Texas Christian University. The Athletic Trainer must exhibit the intellectual and emotional maturity required to work with youth who have behavioral issues and difficulty relating to others due to developmental delays, mental health needs and trauma. This position requires respect and compassionate understanding for the youth in care and the ability to balance the need for nurture and structure in the work with youth. The Athletic Trainer must have the ability to form and maintain healthy relationships with youth and co-workers, effectively communicate with others, solve problems and regulate their own behavior in all situations. The Athletic Trainer must maintain a healthy value system, including moral and ethical behavior consistent with the agency's mission and core values.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Serve as primary athletic trainer for all sports as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

- Provide care, prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries to student-athletes.

- Ensure established protocols for care of injured student-athletes are followed.

- Assist the Director of Athletics in developing training schedules for student-athletes.

- Manage the Concussion Management Plan and Hydration Plan for all student-athletes.

- Assist with the overall management of sports medicine program and manage the athletic training room operations.

- Assist the Director of Athletics in documenting training examinations and records.

- Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of athletic areas, specifically the gymnasium, training room and equipment.

- Attend all pre-practice meetings, practices, post-practice meetings and games for all team sports assigned by the Director of Athletics.

- Arrange for injury and illness treatment by MCH Clinic Staff or other physicians as necessary.

- Maintain complete, accurate and detailed medical records for all student-athletes.

- Provide supervision and support to athletic trainer internship placements

- Maintain compliance with agency policies/procedures and licensing and accreditation standards.

- Ensure all facilities and equipment are clean, organized and maintained.

WORKING CONDITIONS
This is a professional position that may require more hours than the normal 40-hour work week. Presence during the normal business hours of the agency is required to provide supervision of staff and to complete administrative functions. Responsibilities include work after normal office hours, during the weekend or on holidays. Out of town travel and occasional overnight travel are required. An automobile for in town travel is required. Mileage reimbursement is provided for use of personal automobile for approved business purposes. A technology stipend is provided to support the communication requirements of this position.

EDUCATION/LICENSURE
A Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education or related field and certification as a Certified Athletic Trainer by the National Athletic Trainer Association are required.

TRAINING
Training hours must be completed annually to comply with licensing and accreditation standards, as well as MCH policy. The employee's supervisor may require additional training to meet specific job requirements or enhance professional growth. Completion of training requirements is mandatory for continued employment.

OTHER
The Athletic Trainer must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid Texas Driver's License, an excellent driving record that meets the standards set forth by the liability insurance company and Methodist Children's Home, no criminal history and acceptable references.

CLOSING STATEMENT
I have reviewed the job description for the position of Athletic Trainer and understand I must be able to perform the duties outlined above. The Physical Demands/Requirements of the position are provided in another document and discussed at hire.