Crystal L. Southall
Marietta
Summary
Athletic training professional with comprehensive understanding of sports medicine and athlete care. Consistently enhances team performance through effective injury-prevention and rehabilitation strategies. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability, excelling in dynamic environments. Skilled in triage of orthopedic injury assessment, rehabilitation and emergency care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sports Athletic Trainer
Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital System
Greenville, SC
09.2024 - Current
- Acted as the outreach sports athletic trainer for Bob Jones University and its 11 intercollegiate sports within the NCCAA
- Provided sport athletic training outreach for various community events, local high schools, and colleges
- Reviewed and implemented medical policies and procedures, enhancing sport safety protocols
- Worked to create organizational uniformity and accountability to sports medicine standards as it related to best practice in the health and safety of all athletes
- Organized annual sports physicals for Bob Jones University
- Researched, organized, and implemented a new electronic medical records system for Bob Jones University athletics
- Communicated with team physicians & other local physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and physical therapists on injury/illness treatment, prevention, and post-operative protocols
- Provided expertise in injury/illness prevention, recognition, evaluation, and treatment for all athletes across 11 sports teams
- Worked with various medical records systems (EPIC, Healthy Roster)
- for athletic injuries, claims reporting, and bill payments
- Worked with the exercise science department at Bob Jones University with athlete testing and as a spokesperson for Bon Secours Hospital at the educational camps to promote and highlight the athletic training profession
- Collaborated with sports medicine colleagues to educate local high school students about healthcare career opportunities
- Athletic Insurance coordinator/gatekeeper for all intercollegiate medical insurance claims
- Oversaw inventory management, supply orders, and calibration expiration dates for all medical equipment in the athletic training room.
- Monitored compliance of coaching staff with best practice guidelines for CPR, AED, and first aid certifications.
- Managed work-study students' activities and responsibilities in the athletic training room.
- Educated exercise science majors looking at getting into the athletic training profession and other students interested in the pursuit of the physician assistant profession
- Assisted with training new sports athletic training staff on policy, procedures, and documentation processing college vs. high school
- Helped guide new athletic training staff on review and implementation of updating the university EAP (emergency action plans) for both on- and off-campus venues
- Coordinated care with team doctors, athletes, families, and coaches.
- Applied therapeutic modalities and procedures to treat injuries.
- Provided emergency care to injured athletes during games and practices, minimizing further complications or damage.
- Fostered an environment conducive to open dialogue about injury concerns among student-athletes, leading to proactive treatment plans.
- Created and implemented strength and conditioning programs for athletes.
- Assisted with event coverage coordination to ensure appropriate injury prevention strategies were implemented during competitions.
- Developed a positive rapport with student-athletes, promoting trust in the athletic training process.
- Provided emergency care, first aid and initial evaluations for any injury occurring on field, during practice, or while exercising.
- Analyzed data trends related to athlete injuries, informing program adjustments and improvements.
- Conducted workshops on injury prevention and optimal training techniques for coaches and athletes.
- Implemented innovative approaches to enhance recovery timelines for athletes.
- Mentored junior trainers in assessment techniques and treatment methodologies.
- Managed emergency response protocols during athletic events and practices.
- Delivered preventative training sessions focused on injury reduction strategies.
- Collaborated with medical staff to ensure comprehensive care for injured athletes.
- Evaluated athlete performance and developed tailored rehabilitation programs.
Night Shift Logistics at BMW
MAU
Greenville, SC
06.2021 - 07.2024
- Distributed BMW vehicle parts to assembly and door lines, ensuring timely utilization
- Utilized heavy machinery to transport materials within the plant, ensuring smooth workflow. (tuggers with and without U-Frames, stand and seated forklifts)
- Trained new and current employees on logistics roles, enhancing team readiness
- Proposed initiatives to improve productivity, efficiency, ergonomics, and quality across the plant
Clinical Athletic Trainer
Steadman Hawkins Clinic of the Carolinas
Greenville, SC
01.2011 - 06.2022
- Functioned as Clinical Athletic Trainer executing physician and physician assistant orders in high-volume clinical environment
- Triage patients in Evening S.H.I.F.T clinic to ensure timely assessment and treatment of injuries
- Provide expertise in injury/illness prevention, recognition, evaluation, and treatment for our patients
- Collaborated with Steadman Hawkins Physicians and Physician Assistants in primary and supportive capacities.
- Applied casts and splints to patients' upper and lower extremities in a clinical setting.
- Fit, size, and instruct patients in the use of durable medical equipment
- Prepared ultrasound equipment for physicians' diagnostic use in clinic.
- Provided weekend coverage for Fall Bump & Bruise clinics for local community high school and college athletes.
- Delivered outreach athletic training coverage for community events, local high schools, and colleges.
- Worked in the Call Center a half day per week to help provide clinical guidance with incoming patient & MD calls and referrals
- Review and triage ER, MD360 and other local MD office referrals
- Assisted physicians with fluoroscopy and ultrasound setup for accurate imaging and diagnosis
- Provide clinic coverage as Primary or Secondary staff member to various Primary Care Sports Medicine Physicians & Orthopedic Surgeons in various specialties as needed
- Take vitals, gather patient histories, perform basic injury evaluation to determine if x-rays needed, print prescriptions, remove staples and sutures, post diagnostic films and reports for physician review, draw up & assist physician with patient steroid injections, write physical therapy orders and help coordinate scheduling of diagnostic exams
- Work with various medical records systems (EPIC, ECW, SOARIAN, IMPAX)
- Schedule patient appointments and surgeries
- Create diagnostic imaging orders and schedule appointments
- Went to ER to assist surgeon,, physician assistants and fellowship student MD's with injury management, fracture setting and immobilization with and without sedation along with patient education and follow-up
- Communicate with our outreach athletic trainers, parents, and coaches on athletes’ return to play status and follow-up
- Provide local sporting event coverage when needed
- Provided medical support at weekend bump and bruise clinics for athletes. as needed
- Reported monthly updates on clinic flow to the floor/S.H.I.F.T manager. with updates on physician clinic flow
Head Athletic Trainer for KY Football Team
TN/KY High School Football Border Bowl
Williamsburg, KY
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Covered practices and games, ensuring athlete safety and immediate response to injuries
- Organized coverage and supplies for events, facilitating smooth operations and athlete support
- Conducted thorough assessments of athlete injuries to determine appropriate treatment plans.
- Provided coverage for practices and games at events
- Assessed athlete injuries to create effective treatment plans tailored to individual recovery needs.
Head Athletic Trainer Men’s/Women’s Soccer & Softball
University of Cumberland’s
Williamsburg, KY
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Provide expertise in injury/illness prevention, recognition, evaluation & treatment for Men's/Women's Soccer & Softball
- Act in coordination with the Head Athletic Trainer as supervisor & instructor of our Graduate Assistant Certified Athletic Trainers
- Responsible for updating the staff on new policy/procedures/discussions going on in the profession during weekly staff meetings
- Updated the staff on new policies, procedures, and discussions in the profession during weekly staff meetings.
- Provide home & away event coverage for Men's/Women's Soccer & Softball (not required) Suggested annual supply orders to enhance preparedness for athletic events
- Contributed ideas for new policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency
- Managed bulletin board content to deliver relevant monthly educational resources for athletes, researching and providing topics each month
- Work with patient physician appointment scheduling, insurance billing & other general office duties as delegated by the Head Athletic Trainer
Head Athletic Trainer
Campbellsville University Big Man Team Football Camp
Campbellsville, KY
09.2010 - 11.2010
- Delivered athletic training services for day team camp coverage, ensuring athlete safety and readiness
- Developed and implemented injury prevention programs for athletes.
- Assessed and rehabilitated sports-related injuries, facilitating athlete recovery and return to play.
- Supervised and mentored athletic training staff during events, enhancing team effectiveness and service quality.
Head Athletic Trainer Women’s Basketball & Softball, Assistant Football
Campbellsville University
Campbellsville, KY
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Provide expertise in injury/illness prevention, recognition, evaluation & treatment for football, women's basketball, & softball
- Provide home & away athletic event coverage for football, women's basketball & softball
- Communicate with team physicians, nurse practitioners, etc. on injury/illness treatment & prevention protocols
- Recorded and reported monthly athletic training expense log to head athletic trainer, ensuring accurate financial tracking
- Act as the student scholarship educator
- Provided transportation for physician and diagnostic testing evaluations and follow-ups.
- Facilitated transportation for physician and diagnostic testing evaluations and follow-ups.
- Assisted with set-up, informed selected athletes, and monitored testing for student/athlete drug testing
- Instructed students in Health and Exercise Science courses
Education
ABSN Program - Nursing
South College
Atlanta, GA12-2027
Career Development -
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC01-2024
Master’s degree - Secondary Urban Education
Alvernia College
Reading, PA05-2006
Bachelor of Science Degree - Sports Medicine
Marietta College
Marietta05-2003
Skills
- Sports Medicine and Athletic Training
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Injury prevention and management
- Supervisory skills
- Teamwork
- Event management
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Documentation
- Patient education
- Strong dedicated, work-ethic
- Reliable
- Relationship and trust building
Affiliations
- South Carolina LLC, License # ATH 1973
- SCATA (South Carolina Athletic Training Association), Member ID is csouthall
- GATA Membership 2026 pending (being processed)
- Georgia LLC, pending for 2026 (being processed)
- NATA (National Athletic Training Association) Member, Member # 994863
- NATABOC (National Athletic Training Association Board of Certification), Certified February 10, 2005, Certification # 020502022
- American Society of Orthopedic Professionals in Orthopedic Technology, 2011-present
Certification
American Heart Association, Adult/Child/Infant CPR and AED certified
Timeline
Sports Athletic Trainer
Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital System
09.2024 - Current
Night Shift Logistics at BMW
MAU
06.2021 - 07.2024
Clinical Athletic Trainer
Steadman Hawkins Clinic of the Carolinas
01.2011 - 06.2022
Head Athletic Trainer
Campbellsville University Big Man Team Football Camp
09.2010 - 11.2010
Head Athletic Trainer for KY Football Team
TN/KY High School Football Border Bowl
01.2010 - 01.2011
Head Athletic Trainer Men’s/Women’s Soccer & Softball
University of Cumberland’s
01.2008 - 01.2011
Head Athletic Trainer Women’s Basketball & Softball, Assistant Football
Campbellsville University
01.2006 - 01.2008
Master’s degree - Secondary Urban Education
Alvernia College
Bachelor of Science Degree - Sports Medicine
Marietta College
ABSN Program - Nursing
South College
Career Development -
Greenville Technical College