An athletic trainer is a health care professional who collaborates with physicians. The services provided by ATs comprise prevention, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions.

Athletic trainers function under the direction and supervision of a physician, both through standing protocols (off-line medical control) or through direct physician consultation

Some of the many skills performed

Demonstrate an ability to perform the following functions regarding athletic injuries as set forth by the BOC:preventionassessmenttreatmentreconditioningExhibit proper taping, strapping, bracing, and fitting of athletic equipmentProvide athletic training coverage for the following:All home and away varsity football gamesHome varsity athletic competitionsPracticesAway varsity competition as feasibleOther non-varsity home competitionsMarshall Medical Centers sponsored sporting events and tournamentsAct as a liaison between team physician, family physician, medical specialists, school, athlete and family Maintain accurate records of injuries, treatments and proper documentation from the physician including:Computer based documentationSchedule and be present for pre-participation sports physicals (to be determined by school).

Provide the sports specific coaches with the proper documentation regarding their athletes.

EDUCATION:

                       Bachelor’s degree in athletic training or closely related health field.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

                        BOC Certification

                        Licensure by the Alabama Board of Athletic Trainers. 

                        CPR/AED for Healthcare Provider Certification

Lake Guntersville, a mountain-lakes jewel, is located approximately 30 miles from metro Huntsville – and is home to Marshall Medical Centers.

Marshall Medical Centers, an affiliate of the Huntsville Hospital Health System, serves the residents of Marshall County and the surrounding area (population approximately 125,000). With two hospitals, eight outpatient locations and a highly-trained team of physicians practicing 28 specialties, Marshall Medical is a confident, convenient choice for local healthcare. Residents can remain close to home and receive excellent care – often provided by those who are neighbors and friends.

Marshall Medical Center South is a 150-bed hospital in Boaz, Alabama, and opened in 1956. Marshall Medical Center North, in Guntersville, opened in 1990 – and – is a 90-bed facility. In addition to the two hospitals, the Gary R. Gore Medical Complex is conveniently located mid-county and is home to several outpatient clinics and a 22,000 square foot comprehensive Cancer Care Center.

Named by the Joint Commission as a “Top Quality Performer” among America’s hospitals, Marshall Medical Centers’ patients can be assured they are being treated in an environment where a premium is placed on quality and best practices.