Certified Athletic Trainer

Decypher is a leading integrator of professional, technology, and management solutions and services. We provide our services globally to Federal, Commercial, Local and State clients. Our employees are our most valuable asset and play an integral role in the success of Decypher and our clients. Working at Decypher is not a job, but a career where your talent and energy is respected, and you can personally make a difference. Decypher invites you to join our professional team. Decypher is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/D/V).

DESCRIPTION

Decypher is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer to support Lackland AFB, TX.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct an initial assessment of a student's injury or illness in order to provide emergency or continued care, and to determine whether they should be referred to physicians for definitive diagnosis and treatment
• Care for student injuries using physical therapy equipment, techniques, and
  
  medication
• Evaluate student's readiness to return to training and provide participation clearances when necessary and warranted
• Apply protective or injury preventive devices such as tape, bandages, or braces to body parts such as ankles, fingers, or wrists
• Collaborate with physicians in order to develop and implement comprehensive rehabilitation programs for student injuries
• Advise athletes on the proper use of equipment
• Plan and implement comprehensive student injury and illness prevention programs
• Supervise and conduct physical training programs with consideration to individual injuries
• Develop training programs and routines designed to improve student performance
• Provide care to student for medical issues on a daily basis and coordinate with appropriate military personnel along with the Paramedic, Coaches, Program Manager, and other contractor personnel as determined necessary for the situation

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree
• Texas State Athletic Trainer License (Must obtain within 4 months of employment)
• Certified Athletic Trainer (NATABOC or NATA)
• Basic Life Saver Certification (BLS)
• 2 years of experience with a collegiate or higher
• US Citizen
• NACI background check

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified in one of the following or willing to obtain: (CPT - NSCA or NASM, EXOS, PES, or HFS)
• Certified in all of the following or willing to obtain: (FMS, GT or IASTM, Kinesio Taping, ASTYM, and CPR)