Athletic Trainer-Certified
Company: Bryan Health
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: March 20, 2026
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Job Description:
Summary GENERAL SUMMARY: Provides athletic training services to
student athletes under the direction of the team provider, written
referral from a provider and/or the Sports Medicine Medical
Director and in accordance with the state athletic training
practice act. Monitors and provides game/contest coverage for
athletes at assigned schools/facilities. Designs and implements
preventative injury programs; identifies, evaluates and provides
immediate care/referral for athletic injuries. Acts as a liaison
between family providers, medical specialists, school/facility
representatives, athletes, their parents, coaches and
athletic/activities directors. PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. *Commits
to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our
core values. 2. *Provides athlete consultation, practice coverage
and injury tracking documentation for athletes at assigned
schools/facilities; implements pre-season, in-season, and
post-season strength and conditioning programs/camps. 3. *Provides
game/contest coverage for assigned schools/facilities as scheduled;
notifies coaches and/or athletic/activities director of athletes
who are not medically eligible to compete. 4. *Reviews pre-game and
practice taping and preparation with athletes to provide
information regarding injury risks; makes recommendations for
athlete safety and hydration based on environmental conditions. 5.
*Acts as liaison between family providers, medical specialists,
school/facility representatives, athletes, their parents, coaches
and athletic/activities directors. 6. *Provides immediate and
emergency care when needed following emergency action protocols and
treatment. 7. Follows concussion management protocol for return to
play. 8. *Develops treatment programs in accordance with findings
of evaluations and goals established by the injury assessment or
treating provider; schedules athlete treatments and/or
interventions as necessary per established guidelines; assesses
athletes status in response to treatment and modifies program as
appropriate and/or in conjunction with treating provider. 9.
*Refers athletes for appropriate diagnostic and follow-up
procedures and subsequent injury tracking; maintains accurate
records/documentation of injuries, treatments and provides
insurance claim forms for sports injuries treated by a provider.
10. *Implements and communicates the use of the baseline concussion
management system to all athletes and coaching staff with the
utilization of the SCAT 6-Sport Concussion Assessment Tool. Used as
a guideline to assess athletes who have sustained a concussion. 11.
*Develops and maintains a budget for athletic training supplies;
recommends new equipment and supplies to ensure optimum quality of
athletes care. 12. *Follows established policies and procedures
specific to athletic training room and the athletic healthcare
program. 13. Reports for event coverage and attends meetings at
designated time. 14. May provide athletic training at youth sport
venues; conduct sports medicine clinics and seminars; provide
coverage at athletic camps and local sporting events. 15. Maintains
professional growth and development through seminars, workshops,
and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in
field of expertise. 16. Participates in meetings, committees and
department projects as assigned. 17. Performs other related
projects and duties as assigned. (Essential Job functions are
marked with an asterisk *. Refer to the Job Description Guide for
the definition of essential and non-essential job functions.)
Attach Addendum for positions with slightly different roles or
work-specific differences as needed. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND
ABILITIES: 1. Knowledge of athletic training protocols and
evidence-based clinical practice guidelines. 2. Knowledge of the
principals of growth and development over the life span. 3.
Knowledge of anatomical structure and function, physiological and
biomechanical demands and response to exercise. 4. Knowledge of the
nutritional and hydration demands of athletes. 5. Knowledge of
athletic event play rules, equipment and safety requirements. 6.
Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications
relevant to work functions. 7. Skill in performing prescribed
treatments and recommendations by team/program/event provider. 8.
Skill in recognizing, evaluating and providing immediate care of
athletic injuries. 9. Ability to perform prevention, assessment,
treatment (including first aide) and reconditioning of athletic
injuries. 10. Ability to use, demonstrate and maintain athletic
training equipment safely and efficiently. 11. Ability to perform
proper taping, strapping, bracing and fitting of athletic
equipment. 12. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and
in writing. 13. Ability to perform crucial conversations with
desired outcomes. 14. Ability to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with all levels of personnel and medical
staff. 15. Ability to problem solve and engage independent critical
thinking skills. 16. Ability to maintain confidentiality relevant
to sensitive information. 17. Ability to prioritize work demands
and work with minimal supervision. 18. Ability to maintain regular
and punctual attendance. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors degree
in health-related field required. National Athletic Trainers
Association (NATA) certification required. Current Nebraska state
license for Athletic Trainer or eligibility to apply for license
within 3 months from hire required. Prior athletic
training/conditioning experience preferred. OTHER CREDENTIALS /
CERTIFICATIONS: Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required.
Bryan Health recognizes American Heart Association (for healthcare
professionals), American Red Cross (for healthcare professionals)
and the Military Training Network. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Physical
Requirements are based on federal criteria and assigned by Human
Resources upon review of the Principal Job Functions.)
(DOT)-Characterized as medium work requiring exertion of 20 to 50
pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force
frequently, and/or a greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of
force constantly to move objects. Work requires significant
mobility skills including bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching and
balancing. Assists with or transfers athletes of various
weight/height. Pushes carts loaded with athletic equipment. May
stand for long periods of time and/or walk long distances. Must be
able to carry training kit and coolers for long distances. May be
exposed to blood and body fluids requiring universal
precautions.
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