Athletic Trainer

Job Summary

To supervise the providence of medical care for student-athletes participating in the interscholastic program under the medical direction of the student-athletes physicians and the non-medical administrative direction of the Athletic Director.  To act as consultant to the head coaches and athletic administrators in the area of preventative of avoidable athletics injuries as well as supervising the treatment, rehabilitation and reconditioning of injured athletes.

Essential Duties

1. Provides primary medical care and referral to appropriate allied health professionals for injuries incurred while participating in sports and for illnesses occurring during such participation.

1. Implements and administers therapy, rehabilitation and reconditioning regimens for the student-athletes.

1. Maintains complete and accurate injury, treatment and rehabilitation records of student-athletes.

1. Formulates and manages the Athletic Training budget request and inventory control. To include monies for injury preventative devices, medical supplies, therapy and rehabilitation equipment.

1. Development of training room rules and the conduct of student-athletes while in the training room.

1. Communicates needs and maintenance of facilities and equipment to the athletics director.

1. Educates and supervises student athletic trainers.

1. Communicates with parents/guardians or relatives concerning injured student-athletes.

1. Performs such other duties and assumes such other responsibilities as the Principal may assign.

Job Specifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required)

Must be a licensed member of the National Athletic Trainer’s Association.  Must have a Baccalaureate degree and technical and practical experience in the proper application and supervision of a variety of physical therapy and/or diagnostic equipment.  Technical and practical experience in utilizing various types of isometrics, isotonic, and isokinetic rehabilitation equipment.  Ability to use basic diagnostic medical equipment such as a stethoscope and sphygmomanometer.  Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the School Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity, hear and understand speech at normal levels; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly; physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds; to bend, stoop, climb stairs, walk and reach overhead.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Salary : $2,538 - $3,559