Assistant Athletic Trainer (Part-Time)

Description DEPARTMENT

• Athletics /
• STATUS:
• Part time 10-month /
• Classification:
• Nonexempt /
• DATE
• LAST
• UPDATED: 08­/06/2024

PURPOSE The part time Athletic Trainer will assist in the organization, development, and coordination of the Life Pacific University sports medicine operations according to the goals and objectives of an NAIA intercollegiate athletic program at the local, regional, and national level. This position will help to manage the care, prevention, and rehabilitation of injuries for Life Pacific University student athletes. The Athletic Trainer reports directly to the Head Athletic Trainer and demonstrates commitment towards academic integrity and the graduation of the student-athletes and towards student-athlete welfare as well as to the overall mission, philosophy and goals of the Athletics department and Life Pacific University.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES Specific duties and responsibilities include

• Evaluate, manage, and supervise the health care of LPU student-athletes. Evaluate and direct the emergency medical attention given when a student-athlete is severely injured in practice or competition. Plan and implement the prevention of potential injuries through rehabilitation and corrective exercise programs to obtain the maximum performance from each student-athlete. Plan and implement the treatment, care, and rehabilitation of injuries, both in-house and via medical referrals, so that a student-athlete is medically cleared for return to play in an efficient manner and re-injury does not occur. Coordinate with the Head Athletic Trainer to organize the referral and insurance claims process for any injury requiring further evaluation and treatment. Organize and maintain all medical records, keeping files up-to-date to facilitate insurance billing and payments by insuring proper documentation for any future medical or legal claims. Assist the Head Athletic Trainer in organizing all pre-season paperwork including pre-participation examinations and coordinate medical clearance for athletic participation. Act as a liaison between student-athletes, coaches, and physicians regarding medical consultation and athletic status in a timely manner. Maintain knowledge of up to date techniques in the prevention, care and rehabilitation of athletic injuries by attending clinics, seminars and current periodicals. Other athletic department duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer. Reflect LPU’s values and model caring relationships with students through personal interaction and as an effective role model of a Christian life.
• NOTE: Though not required, this position is optionally eligible for appointment as a Foursquare minister under certain conditions. If appointed as a minister, the employee will be available to provide pastoral care and prayer. In addition, s/he may be called upon to perform sacerdotal duties upon request of the University.