An Athletic Trainer treats injuries and provides training to minimize the risk of injury for athletes and people playing sports. Responds when an athlete is injured on the field. Works for schools or colleges, for professional sports teams, or in physicians' offices.
Assistant Athletic Trainer Concordia University Irvine - 4.3 Irvine, CA Job Details $70,304 a year 2 hours ago Qualifications Bachelor's degree Full Job Description Concordia University Irvine is seeking a dedicated and skilled Athletic Trainer to join its Sports Medicine Department. The Athletic Trainer will provide comprehensive healthcare services to collegiate student-athletes, including injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and return-to-play management.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to accomplish each of the below duties satisfactorily: Provide comprehensive athletic training services under the direction of the Team Physician and Sports Medicine leadership. Provide medical coverage for assigned practices, competitions, events, and travel as needed. Evaluate, treat, and rehabilitate athletic injuries, illnesses, and medical conditions. Develop and implement individualized treatment, rehabilitation, and return-to-play/return-to-participation plans. Assist with injury prevention programs, concussion management, and student-athlete wellness initiatives. Maintain thorough, accurate, and confidential medical documentation in accordance with HIPAA, FERPA, NCAA, and institutional policies. Communicate effectively with student-athletes, coaches, physicians, parents/guardians, and Sports Medicine staff regarding injury status, treatment plans, and participation recommendations. Assist with the coordination and execution of pre-participation physical examinations, annual health screenings, and other medical clearance processes. Participate in the development, implementation, and review of Emergency Action Plans and emergency response procedures. Support the daily operations of the Sports Medicine clinic, including scheduling, inventory management, equipment and supply needs, and other administrative responsibilities. Educate student-athletes on injury prevention, rehabilitation, general wellness, nutrition, and appropriate mental health referral processes. Collaborate with strength and conditioning staff and other campus partners to support student-athlete recovery, performance, and overall well-being. Maintain professional certifications, pursue continuing education, and remain current with NCAA regulations and accepted best practices in sports medicine. Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Sports Medicine Department and University Athletics.
Pay Range:
$ 70,304 per year Experience Preferred Experience with electronic medical records and sports medicine documentation systems. Knowledge of NCAA rules, regulations, and best practices related to sports medicine and student-athlete healthcare. Previous experience working in a collegiate athletic training or sports medicine setting. Strong clinical, interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification appropriate for healthcare providers. Current Board of Certification (BOC) certification as an Athletic Trainer. Education Required Bachelors or better Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
