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• Extensive experience of XX years ininstructingathletes about how to use sporting equipment, incorporate exercises and utilize additional therapies to maximize performance without causing unnecessary strain or injury
• Possesses a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism; in-depth knowledge of basic training program principles for variety of sports; knowledge of athletic training equipment quality, cost, types and durability
• Adept in recognizinginjuries and be able to properly assess the cause and type of sprain, break or fracture to recommend the best treatment and be able to apply first aid to stabilize the injury
• Skilled in applyingpreventative devices to athletes preceding a sporting eventand ensure that application won’t affect their ability to play; such devices may include braces, tape or bandages
• Experienced in developing and implementingdiets, personalized athletic training and illness prevention policies to enable athletes to perform at their best
• Deft in observingsporting facilities, practice fields and event venues to recognize potential dangers and collaborate with other professionals to correct problems before use by athletes

Key Result Areas:

• Conduct 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
• Care for athletic injuries using physical therapy equipment, techniques, and medication
• Evaluate athletes' readiness to play, and provide participation clearances when necessary and warranted
• Apply protective or injury preventive devices such as tape, bandages, or braces to body parts such as ankles, fingers, or wrists; assess and report the progress of recovering athletes to coaches and physicians
• Collaborate with physicians in order to develop and implement comprehensive rehabilitation programs for athletic injuries; advise athletes on the proper use of equipment
• Plan and implement comprehensive athletic injury and illness prevention programs
• Develop training programs and routines designed to improve athletic performance
• Travel with athletic teams in order to be available at sporting events
• Instruct coaches, athletes, parents, medical personnel, and community members in the care and prevention of athletic injuries; inspect playing fields in order to locate any items that could injure players
• Conduct research and provide instruction on subject matter related to athletic training or sports medicine
• Recommend special diets in order to improve athletes' health, increase their stamina, and/or alter their weight
• Massage body parts in order to relieve soreness, strains, and bruises; accompany injured athletes to hospitals
• Perform team-support duties such as running errands, maintaining equipment, and stocking supplies
• Lead stretching exercises for team members prior to games and practices

Key Highlights:

• Any existing systems/ processes streamlined???? Results obtained????Major assignments handled????
• Any unique initiative taken to improve customer satisfaction level???? Any major accounts/clients handled???
• Awards/appreciation letters received???? Other relevant achievements????

Key Result Areas:

• Provided assistance to other staff members with the prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries for all student athletes
• Under theirdirection the Assist Athletic Trainer will assist with supervision of graduate assistant athletic trainers
• Worked closely with and under the supervision of team physicians to provide optimal medical care
• Supervised work-study students that perform daily duties to ensure the operation of the athletic training facility
• Assisted in oversight of graduate assistant and student athletic trainers
• Managed medical records and documentation, assist student-athletes in navigating the health insurance and health care system
• Assisted with filing essential paperwork for proper medical documentation, and oversees medical insurance claims

Key Highlights:

• Any existing systems/ processes streamlined???? Results obtained????Major assignments handled????
• Any unique initiative taken to improve customer satisfaction level???? Any major accounts/clients handled???
• Awards/appreciation letters received???? Other relevant achievements????