What are the responsibilities and job description for the Long-Term Substitute Athletic Trainer position at McLean School?
McLean School (mcleanschool.org), a K-12 co-educational independent school in Potomac, Maryland, seeks applicants for the Long-Term Substitute Athletic Trainer position (Maternity Leave Coverage) from August 19–December 20 (approximately 4 months).
McLean School has for 70 years been helping bright students realize their full potential by providing a comprehensive college preparatory program that emphasizes small classes and differentiated instruction. Through our Abilities Model®, we embrace both traditional learners and ones with mild to moderate learning challenges. We recognize and teach to individual strengths, responding to areas of challenge, but never defining students by them. Most important, they will subscribe to our Core Values, our Mission, and our Philosophy and will seek passionately to uphold and promote them.
The Long-Term Substitute Athletic Trainer provides athletic training services for all home athletic contests and practices. The Athletic Trainer also provides emergency care for after-school activities. The person in this role must make sound decisions under pressure regarding the need for professional attention, treatment choice, and authorization of athletes to return to activity.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or a related field
- Current certification by the Board of Certification (BOC) for Athletic Trainers
- State licensure as an Athletic Trainer in Maryland
- Current CPR/AED certification
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Skills
- Provide preventive care, emergency treatment, and rehabilitation services to student-athletes.
- Conduct injury evaluations and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Monitor and manage athletic injuries, including concussion protocols.
- Maintain accurate records of injuries, treatments, and progress.
- Assist in the development and implementation of injury prevention programs.
- Collaborate with coaches, school nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
- Provide first aid and emergency care during athletic events and practices.
- Educate student-athletes on injury prevention and management.
McLean School is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, genetic status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please contact Director of Executive Support & Recruitment, Robin Speller.
Interested applicants should complete an online Application and upload their cover letter, résumé, and list of references.
