What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer position at Lago Vista ISD?
Position Type:
High School Teaching/Health
High School Teaching/Health
Date Posted:
1/14/2025
1/14/2025
Location:
Lago Vista High School
Lago Vista High School
Closing Date:
Until Filled
An excellent opportunity to work at a premier high school in one of the most sought after locations in the Texas Hill Country. Join our faculty in our beautiful high school with state of the art labs, classrooms, cafeteria, auditorium, gymnasium, weight room/field house and new student activity center.Until Filled
Responsible for the design and implementation of the training program for all boys and girls sports in the athletic department.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have valid accreditation as an LAT
Bachelor’s degree
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Plan and implement a comprehensive athletic injury and illness prevention program for student-athletes.
- Attend practice sessions and athletic contests as assigned by the athletic director.
- Establish and maintain effective communication with students, parents, medical and paramedical personnel, coaches, and other staff.
- Fit injured athletes with specialized equipment and oversee its use.
- Prepare athletes for games and practices by conducting evaluations, using tape, wraps, splints, braces, and other protective devices as needed.
- Respond to emergencies and make quick, independent judgments about how to deal with injuries.
- Identify injuries and provide first-aid where applicable.
- Make the call on continued participation, further evaluation or whether to seek next level medical attention for injuries sustained during activities and games.
- Establish specific procedures to be carried out by a coach or student trainer in the event of a medical emergency.
- Make selections on student assistants. Train and supervise your group of assistants.
- Set rehab schedule and protocols for injured athletes.
- Set open training room schedule for reporting of injuries and before/after school treatments.
- Organize all school related medical record keeping for student athletes.
- Inventory management, supplies ordering and maintenance of training modalities and supplies.
- Communicate with AD, Coaches and parents routinely on athlete injury status.
- Manage and supervise supplemental training staff.
Salary Range: Competitive - $66,700-$85,400 depending on experience
Generous Benefits: TRS Active-Care - The District pays $434 a month toward the employee health insurance premiums; vision and dental offered; cafeteria plan available.
For any questions, contact Coach Phillips AD, via email or by calling 512-267-8307
Lago Vista Independent School District is a 4A public school district based in Lago Vista, Texas, approximately 20 miles northwest of Austin. Situated on the north shore of Lake Travis in the beautiful Texas hill country, Lago Vista has a population of approximately 10,000 residents. This unique community offers the warmth of a small town, but is within a 20 minute drive to the conveniences of the city - apartment living, shopping, entertainment, and restaurants. Employees who choose to live in Austin can enjoy a drive to and from work against traffic. Come be part of a collaborative work team where you feel part of a family, know all the students by name, and have the potential to truly make a positive impact. For additional information, please visit the district website at: www.lagovistaisd.net.
Lago Vista Independent School District is a 4A public school district based in Lago Vista, Texas, approximately 20 miles northwest of Austin. Situated on the north shore of Lake Travis in the beautiful Texas hill country, Lago Vista has a population of approximately 10,000 residents. This unique community offers the warmth of a small town, but is within a 20 minute drive to the conveniences of the city - apartment living, shopping, entertainment, and restaurants. Employees who choose to live in Austin can enjoy a drive to and from work against traffic. Come be part of a collaborative work team where you feel part of a family, know all the students by name, and have the potential to truly make a positive impact. For additional information, please visit the district website at: www.lagovistaisd.net.
Salary : $434
