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The Vital Role of Athletic Trainers on Inclement Weather Policies
As an athletic trainer, your dedication goes beyond just physical patient care; you also play an integral part in ensuring the safety and well-being of participants, spectators and staff in various conditions, including inclement weather. Developing, communicating, and sticking to inclement weather policies is not just a precautionary measure—it’s a…
The Pre-Event Medical Meeting
The pre-event medical meeting is an essential component of ensuring safety and preparedness for any athletic event. This gathering, often referred to as a medical time-out, involves key stakeholders such as healthcare professionals, coaches, administrators, and emergency responders, and is designed to review and reinforce the emergency action plan (EAP)…
The Ultimate Packing List for Your Summer Sports Camps
Summer sports camps are a fantastic way for children to develop their athletic skills, make new friends, and have a great time. However, ensuring they have everything they need can be a daunting task.
CAATE Resident Spotlight: Clarissa Alexander
Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) Resident Features Clarissa Alexander who completed her athletic training residency at St Luke’s University Health Network, a CAATE-accredited athletic training residency program. Clarissa is passionate about her residency experience and shared the following insights: Q: What factors influenced your decision to pursue…
5 Things To Get More Athletic Trainer Applications
5 Things To Get More Athletic Trainer Applications We surveyed, interviewed and talked with hundreds of athletic trainers about picking up jobs on Go4. Based on some common themes in those chats, we created this list of 5 things that athletic trainers look for in a job listing on the…
7 Best Practices For Working PRN Shifts
7 Best Practices For Working PRN Shifts We surveyed, interviewed and talked with hundreds of job posters on the platform about game day operations with the ATs they hired through Go4. Based on some common themes and feedback, we developed this list of 7 Best Practices For Working PRN Shifts.
How to Have a Conversation with a Parent about their Injured Child
We’ve all been there or we’ve heard the stories– A kid goes down and as we’re trying to assist and there’s a parent RIGHT there…and they’re upset. How you react in the next few seconds will impact the rest of the afternoon. Here are some tips on How to Have…
5 Tips for Sun Safety
5 Tips for Sun Safety in Youth Sports As the sunny days roll in and the sports fields call your name, it’s essential to gear up not only with your equipment but also with some serious sun protection. Whether you’re dribbling on the basketball court, scoring goals on the soccer…
The Importance of the DAT
By: Dr. Lindsey Eberman Is what we really want, more money… or are we chasing joy in the wrong way? In the last decade, the professional of athletic training has changed drastically. In addition to a degree-level change for entry into practice, there has been the proliferation…
Athletic Trainer vs. EMT
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a professional athlete, knowing the difference between an athletic trainer and an EMT can ensure you get the right care when you need it most. While both have life-saving skills, what are the main differences between athletic trainers and EMTs? Athletic Trainers: Diverse Workplaces…
10 THINGS YOU NEED TO WORK PER DIEM THIS SUMMER
Memorial Day Weekend is a hazy memory, and you’re ready to pick up some extra cash before that bachelor/bachelorette party/cousin’s wedding/weekend vacation/concert/trip you’ve been planning for months but haven’t saved for just yet. As you scroll through the app and pick a couple of gigs, here are the top 10…