Overview

The Athletic Trainer provides on-site medical support for local high school and college athletes, YMCA, and recreation departments. When necessary, he/she refers individuals to the appropriate specialist or General Practitioner. The Athletic Trainer provides patient education regarding injury prevention, anatomy, body mechanics, and rehabilitation. The primary mission of the Athletic Trainer is to progress athletes through rehabilitation protocols and return them functionally to a state comparable to pre-injury.

The qualified candidate will possess the following:
A. Education
1. High school diploma or GED from an accredited institute required
2. Completion of an accredited curriculum established by the National Association of Athletic Trainers (NATA) Board of Certification required

B. Experience
1. Knowledge of the Athletic Training profession as normally acquired through academic experience, clinical affiliations, and/or previous work experience in the field

C. Licensure/Certification
1. Licensed as an Athletic Trainer NATA Board of Certification/Georgia Athletic Trainers Associations