Athletic Trainer Position Summary Carries out education of corrective exercise and treatment for assigned patients as determined by a Physician or Physical Therapist. Provides patient education with post-op & rehab patients and develops rehabilitation programs for athletic injury and prevention of injury in both outpatient and athletic event environments. Provides patient clinic care as needed. Minimum Qualifications Work Experience Previous clinical experience preferred. Education Bachelor s degree from an accredited professional athletic training program required. Master s degree preferred. Certifications/Licensure Certified Athletic Trainer through the National Athletic Trainers Association (AND) Licensed (active or temporary) Athletic Trainer by Commonwealth of Kentucky required. Job Specific Performance Standards The duties listed below are a summary of the major essential functions of this position. The position may require other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned, and specific functions may change from time to time. Conducts an initial assessment of an athlete's injury or illness in order to provide emergency or continued care, and to determine whether they should be referred to physicians for definitive diagnosis and treatment. Collaborates with physicians and physical therapists to develop and implement comprehensive rehabilitation programs for athletic injuries. Plans and implements comprehensive athletic injury and illness prevention programs for local high schools and Western Kentucky University. Serves as a primary contact for athletic directors affiliated with the educational establishments the practice serves. Schedules and attends pre-participation sports physicals. Assists with data collection and entry of patient history. Performs pre-authorizations of STAT MRIs. Provides patient education on home exercise protocols for patients per the physician s request. Supports Med Center Orthopaedics by assisting Physicians during clinic hours with preparation and administration of special procedures.