ROLE AND PURPOSE:

Plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of athletic training program for student 

athletes.  Also, work under the direction of a team physician to carry out activities in the 

following areas: prevention, evaluation, emergency treatment, physical reconditioning, 

and rehabilitation of injuries. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum  Certification/Education:

Bachelor’s Degree

Valid license from Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to provide injury prevention and rehabilitation services

Ability to provide emergency care

Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and ability to apply appropriate treatment

to treat student athletic injuries

Ability to instruct and supervise student-athletes and assistants

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Minimum Experience:

None

ASSISTANT ATHLETIC TRAINER

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Plan and implement a comprehensive athletic injury and illness prevention

program for student-athletes. 

2. Attend practice sessions and athletic contests as assigned by the athletic director.

3. Establish and maintain effective communication with students, parents, medical

and paramedical personnel, coaches, and other staff.

4. Provide physical conditioning training to student-athletes.

5. Fit injured athletes with specialized equipment and oversee its use.

6. Prepare athletes for games and practices by conducting evaluations and using tape,

wraps, splints, braces, and other protective devices as needed. 

7. Respond to emergencies and make quick, independent judgments about how to

deal with injuries. 

8. Identify acute injuries and provide first-aid triage, including assessing injuries and

deciding whether an athlete should seek further medical attention and should 

discontinue participation in the athletic event.

9. Establish specific procedures to be carried out by a coach or student trainer in the

event of a medical emergency.

10. Detect and resolve environmental risks to athletes.

REHABILITATION/RECONDITIONING

11. Plan and put in place a comprehensive rehabilitation and reconditioning program

for injuries and illnesses sustained by student-athletes. 

12. Determine therapeutic modalities and instruct athletes on the proper use of exercise

equipment. 

13. Apply therapeutic goals and objectives for individual athletes.

14. Evaluate and record the rehabilitation progress of athletes. Develop criteria for

15. Follow professional, ethical, and legal parameters regarding the use of drugs and

therapeutic agents for the treatment and rehabilitation of injured athletes. 

ADMINISTRATION

16. Coordinate the scheduling of athletic physical examinations and screenings.

17. Select, train, and supervise student assistants.

ATHLETIC TRAINER        

18. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and

other documents including medical, accident, and treatment records as required. 

19. Maintain an inventory of training supplies and equipment.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding, and use of mouse; occasional reaching                 

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Frequent district-wide travel; occasional statewide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress