What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer (900002403) position at Marietta High School?
POSITION TITLE:
Athletic Trainer
RESPONSIBLE TO:
Athletic Director
JOB CLASSIFICATION:
Classified Position
219 Days Employee-At-Will
FLSA Status: Exempt
JOB SUMMARY:
The Athletic Trainer coordinates treatment for all minor athletic injuries and conditions at Marietta City Schools. Treatment includes on-site care if needed during games or practices, in addition to developing treatment and rehabilitation for student athletes according to physicians’ instructions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or related field required.
Georgia Athletic Training license required.
National Athletic Trainers’ Association certification required.
Experience:
At least two years of experience as a trainer with a collegiate team preferred.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides on-site medical treatment for minor injuries for student athletes
- Attends all Home athletic events for high school as well as middle school football events
- Evaluates and diagnoses injuries for student athletes
- Recommends medical treatment for students, including if and when an injured athlete might return to play
- Coordinates emergency care and transportation, if needed, of student athletes to a medical facility
- Determines student eligibility for injured students, including if or when an injured athlete may return to a game or practice, or when the athlete should not return to play or practice
- Coordinates treatment and rehabilitation for student athletes
- Develops treatment plans for any minor injuries
- Administers treatment and rehabilitation for post-surgery injuries, according to physician’s protocol
- Communicates with parents, coaches, and physicians regarding treatment or rehabilitation for injuries
- Manages documentation and records related to student athletes and athletic injuries
- Maintains records of student athlete pre-participation physicals
- Maintains records of student injuries and treatment provided
- Coordinates athletic training program, including training room
- Organizes inventory and equipment of training room supplies
- Oversees budget for training equipment and medical first aid supplies
- Supervises student athletic trainers as a part of extracurricular sports medicine program
NON-PROGRAM DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Complete other tasks as assigned by the High School Principal or Athletic Director
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with students, parents, administrators, coaches, and physicians
- Ability to prioritize tasks and responsibilities independently and effectively on a daily basis
- Ability to make decisions, solve problems and recommend solutions in a constructive manner
- Knowledge and expertise in the evaluation and treatment of medical injuries, including rehabilitation
Physical Demands:
- Frequent walking, sitting, and standing for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and carry instructional materials and equipment up to 25 pounds.
- Dexterity to write on a board, operate a computer, and use other classroom technology.
- Occasional bending, stooping, and reaching.
- Clear speech and hearing abilities for effective communication.
- Visual acuity to read printed and digital materials
Work Environment:
The noise level in the work environment varies depending on the sporting event.
NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:
The Board of Education of the City of Marietta does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or gender in its employment practices, student programs, and dealings with the public.
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