Substitute Athletic Trainer

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Substitute Athletic Trainer provides Athletic Training Services on a substitute basis to student-athletes, working under the direction of the Head Athletic Trainer, team physician, or by written referral from a physician. Working by athletic training practices, the Substitute Athletic Trainer provides training services including the management and provision of care of injuries to a physically active person as defined by NATA

Reports to: Head of Sports Medicine

Supervisory duties: None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assists with the medical and injury-related needs of student-athletes
• Evaluates athletic-related injuries and determine appropriate subsequent care or referral
• Implements a medical emergency action plan in event of a medical emergency
• Documents injuries, treatments, and rehabilitation
• Maintains medical records
• Assists with pre and post-practice and event preparation of student-athletes and sport venue
• Communicates with Orange Lutheran AT staff via phone, text, or email about any injuries sustained by OLHS athletes while providing coverage
• Communicate to coaches and/or administrators any athlete misconduct or actions that do not reflect the mission of the school
• Maintains medical confidentiality per HIPAA requirements

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Additional duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer or Athletics Director
• Assists other school staff members

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications and competencies listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Athletic Training from a four-year university. Masters degree preferred

Experience

Minimum one year of experience, preferably in a secondary or collegiate setting, or any satisfactory combination of education, experience, and training that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties listed, or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND CLEARANCES

• Valid California Drivers License
• Valid CPR, TB, and First Aid certifications
• Ministry Safe Clearance
• Must be in good standing with NATABOC and maintain First Aid/CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive healthcare measures
• Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and career counseling and guidance
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects

Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Effective active listening and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to multitask
• Experienced in working in high-pressure environments
• Experienced in working with diverse populations
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams
• Ability to take complex issues and communicate them to non-medical individuals
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• Ability to work after hours, on weekends, and on some holidays
• Ability to handle high-stress/crises

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Full support of our core values and the mission of helping students internalize the gospel message of salvation in Christ Jesus
• Supportive of the Statement of Beliefs of Orange Lutheran High School

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• While performing the duties, the employee is frequently required to sit or stand for long periods
• This position requires the ability to walk for long distances (large venue sites), occasionally run for shorter distances (getting quickly to the site of an injured athlete), and frequent bending and twisting
• Duties will involve moving materials/objects up to 20 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, as well as assisting an injured athlete
• Manual dexterity and coordination using one or both hands are required over 50% of the work period while operating equipment such as computer keyboard, mouse, calculator, and similar machines
• Vision abilities include near and far vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The typical working environment takes place in both a climate-controlled indoor school environment and an outdoor environment with exposure to varying weather conditions
• A busy work environment with numerous interruptions
• Work hours may vary to fulfill the responsibilities of the position and/or team schedules
• Exposure to possibly disagreeable conditions due to outdoor weather extremes
• The typical noise level is moderate, but may occasionally be loud

This job description intends to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of positions given this title and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments to address the needs of the school and changing business practices. Specific job-related duties assigned by hiring departments shall be consistent with the representative essential functions listed above and shall not be construed as expanding a particular position's role, scope, and FLSA status, or grade.

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