Head Athletic Trainer

This position serves as the Head Athletic Trainer and directs the athletic training program and oversees the staff and training room for 19 NCAA Division II intercollegiate sport teams and our club sport program.

The Head Athletic Trainer reports to the Assistant Director for Sports Medicine / Health Care Administrator and works closely with team physician(s) in the development of the athletic training program, including injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, treatment and rehabilitation, educational programs, and advising of student-athletes.

This administrative role assures compliance with all pertinent NCAA health and safety legislation that impact student-athlete health and well-being.

1. Athletic Training Services-

Directs the athletic training program to include physical evaluation and treatment services to student athletes in high-impact, high-intensity and / or large sports prone to extensive and / or chronic injury;

provides a comprehensive range of care, including operation of therapeutic devices and equipment, first aid application, customized fitness / nutrition / conditioning plans, and rehabilitation and medical referrals.

• Incorporate NATA best practices into daily operation and ensure appropriate athletic training coverage to satisfy the parameters of the NCAA-mandated coverage for contact sports etc.
• Assist the Assistant Director of Sports Medicine in developing and maintaining partnerships with the local medical community and team physicians.
• Assist the Assistant Director of Sports Medicine with implementation and supervision of pre-participation physical exams, as well as vision and other specific screening including follow-up for student athletes in all sports.

Work in conjunction with the strength and conditioning staff to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition and conditioning programs customized to meet individual student-athlete needs

2. Medical Records and Documentation-

• Ensure HIPAA Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act compliance.
• Maintenance of injury reports, rehabilitation protocol s, and student-athletes medical files.
• Assist Assistant Director of Sports Medicine with daily management of all open student-athlete insurance claims will all providers, team physicians, and insurance companies.

3. Athletic Training Administration-

• Recruits, selects, trains, and supervises the Athletic Training staff
• Coordinate, ensure, and supervise the daily operation of Athletic Training services.
• Coordination of regular Athletic Training staff meetings to review medical care of student athletes and policy / procedures.
• Provide sport coverage including attendance at scheduled team practices, and home and away competitions as necessary; Scheduling staff for practice and event coverage.
• Communicate with athletic administration, coaches, student-athletes, and medical providers.
• Evaluate and recommend new techniques and equipment that would enhance the benefit of the sports medical program.
• Assist the Assistant Director of Sports Medicine with budget planning.

4. Leadership and Management Skills-

• Engage in professional development activities to stay abreast of current trends and continuing educational units CEU for maintaining credentials.
• Coordinate communication between Athletic Training staff, Strength coaching staff, and Sports psychology, regarding student athlete health and wellbeing.
• Constantly monitoring the actions and status of medical facility to be compliant with OSHA regulations.

5. Risk Management-

• Assist the Assistant Director of Sports Medicine with coordination of the CPR, AED, and First Aid certification and Concussion management plans
• Ensure training of athletic training staff on risk management policies and procedures and implementation of the concussion management plan as per NCAA.
• Assist the Assistant Director of Sports Medicine with the implementation of mental health recognition & referral plan in accordance with NCAA and Barry University standards.
• Monitor environmental conditions using appropriate methods and guidelines to facilitate the safety of athletic teams.
• Work with on campus environmental staff to ensure safe conditions for staff & student athletes including air quality, drinking water, ice, and other environmental conditions.

Qualifications / Requirements :

• BOC Athletic Training Certification in good standing with BOC
• State of Florida License in Athletic Training in active standing with state board
• Master's degree in athletic training or related field.
• 5-8 years of previous experience
• Knowledge of injury tracking software
• Knowledge and understanding of operational policy / procedures for athletic department.
• Knowledge and understanding of medical billing and provider reimbursement.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules & regulations
• Knowledge of NCAA best practices
• Knowledge of NATA position statements and their implementation.
• Ability to adaption to change.
• Ability to set long and short-term goals.

Benefits : Barry University offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, tuition assistance, paid time off and work / life balance initiatives such as wellness programs, spirituality in the workplace, and training and development.