Job Description

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Athletic Trainer will work with the coaches, parents, and students in all aspects of
treatment, reconditioning, and prevention as set forth by the NATA Board of
Certification.

Candidate must exercise independent judgment to plan, prioritize, and organize the workload required to complete the work assigned. These duties are based on the needs of the school and its athletic programs.

The athletic trainer’s duties, enumerated in this document, should not be considered all
inclusive. The Athletic Director, as necessary, shall modify duties. The athletic
trainer will be present at home athletic contests and practices and shall attend
other post-season and home-hosted contests as directed by the Athletic Director.

• Establish an effective athletic training program for high school athletics.
• Provide 1st aid and injury assessment/treatment/rehabilitation/reconditioning for  High School student-athletes. The athletic trainer will also be responsible for making appropriate physician referral.
• Provide coverage at home events and practices from the beginning of the
fall sport season to the conclusion of the spring season.

• Coordinate the annual required athletic physicals and supervise the
clearance of injured athletes prior to and during the sport seasons.
• Maintain a line of communication with the school nurse regarding
athletic health care and recommended treatment/rehabilitation for all
athletic injuries.
• Assist coaching staff in evaluating and implementing sport specific
conditioning programs and methods.
• Maintain an effective and efficient athletic training room.
• Maintain communication with parents on the care & treatment of their
student-athlete.
• File all necessary reports associated with athletic injuries and/or incidents.
• Maintain a daily treatment log.
• Oversee the ordering of supplies and equipment pertaining to the athletic
training room and maintain an up-to-date inventory.
• Equip each team with appropriate medical equipment.
• Assist in the selection and fitting of protective equipment, including special
taping, pads or braces.
• Create a safe playing environment by monitoring and controlling
environmental risks
• Share professional literature related to athletic training with the school’s
coaching staff.

Requirements / Qualifications

Maintain current certification and continuing education requirements as set forth by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification Maintain current certification in CPR/Emergency Cardiac Care.

Individuals who wish to be considered for this position must submit a complete application and submit: - A cover letter, speaking to your interest in this position - A resume - Three (3) letters of recommendation from professional references, at least one of whom was a supervisor

• Letter of Introduction
• Letter(s) of Recommendation
• Resume

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