Athletic Trainer

Kids for the Future; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexter Southfield is seeking an Athletic Trainer to provide comprehensive coverage for student-athletes, including injury prevention, evaluation, and return-to-play management. You will collaborate with team physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training, NATA BOC certification, and MA licensure, with strong communication skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced school environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or equivalent.
• NATA BOC certified required.
• AT Licensure by the Board of Allied Health in MA.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and student health record databases (SNAP, Sportsware).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong judgment, discretion and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide athletic training services for student-athletes in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
• Deliver immediate first aid and emergency care per plan and standards.
• Evaluate injuries and coordinate referrals to physicians or specialists.
• Apply preventive and rehabilitative taping, bracing and manual techniques.
• Develop individualized treatment and rehab programs for injuries.
• Maintain equipment, supplies and cleanliness of the athletic training room.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team player

Problem solving under pressure

Organization

Adaptability

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training

NATA BOC certification

MA licensure (Board of Allied Health)

Tools

Microsoft Office

SNAP

Sportsware

Job description

• Location 20 NEWTON ST,Brookline, MA, 02445-7407,United States
• Employee Type FT - Exempt

Description

In performing assigned tasks and duties, all employees of Dexter Southfield are expected to demonstrate quality work and meet deadlines (with or without direct supervision); interact professionally with students, parents, faculty, staff, and others; work effectively as individual and team contributors on all assignments; and communicate and coordinate efforts with colleagues and other stakeholders that align with the School’s mission and values. Those working in teaching roles are also expected to demonstrate effective classroom management skills and deliver quality academic instruction to ensure student success.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide comprehensive athletic training services to student-athletes, in collaboration with the Head Athletic Trainer, team physicians, and other healthcare professionals, including injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and return-to-play management.
• Provide immediate first aid and emergency care for injuries and medical emergencies in accordance with established Emergency Action Plans and professional standards.
• Evaluate athletic injuries and illnesses, determine appropriate initial management and disposition, and coordinate referral to physicians, specialists, emergency services, or other healthcare providers when indicated.
• Apply appropriate preventive and rehabilitative taping, bracing, protective equipment, manual techniques, and other interventions within the scope of athletic training.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment and rehabilitation programs for acute, chronic, and recurrent injuries.
• Maintain the Athletic training room equipment, supply levels, and cleanliness of facilities required to carry out duties
• Maintain records of the injury tracking of all athletes
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality when discussing, in any form, information about students
• Provide athletic training coverage for practices, competitions, tournaments, and other athletic events as assigned, including home and away competitions, based on sport, venue, risk, and event requirements.
• Coordinate care with team physicians, orthopedic specialists, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to support continuity of care.
• Maintain the athletic training facility, medical equipment, supplies, treatment areas, first aid kits, AEDs, ice coolers, and emergency equipment in a safe, clean, organized, and adequately stocked condition.
• Monitor environmental conditions and implement appropriate heat, cold, lightning, air-quality, and other weather-related safety procedures in accordance with school policy.
• Collaborate with coaches, strength and conditioning staff, athletic department personnel, and school administrators to promote safe participation and appropriately manage student-athlete injuries and medical needs
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or equivalent
• NATA BOC certified
• AT Licensure by the Board of Allied Health in the Commonwealth of MA
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other database programs used to maintain student health records such as SNAP and Sportsware
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, work independently, and manage competing priorities while maintaining a professional attitude
• Ability to troubleshoot emergency situations
• Demonstrated ability in the areas of judgment, discretion, and confidentiality
• Willingness to work as a team player and individual contributor
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines with maximum precision and minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills (oral, written, non-verbal) to build trust among constituencies
• Commitment to actively promote and contribute to an engaging and inclusive workplace
• Ability to be flexible, effectively manage stress, and adapt to changing work priorities in a fast-paced work environment

Requirements:

This job requires one to lift, carry, push, and/or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, as well as the ability to stand, sit, walk, and effective use of extremities to reach, hold, touch, push, pull, lift, and carry. Incumbent must also effectively communicate (oral, written, non-verbal) with others. This job typically requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing and is performed under minimal temperature variations in a generally hazard-free environment. Depending on classroom assignment, this role may require one to relocate classrooms throughout the day and require ascending and descending stairs. Incumbents will be required to work extended hours, including after school, during evenings, and on weekends.

Dexter Southfield’s 36-acre campus is composed of several buildings, playing fields, and outdoor learning spaces, which are accessible via internal and external walkways, stairs, nature paths, hills, and uneven terrain. This position requires one to transfer between these areas in all weather conditions.

All employees of Dexter Southfield are required to verify employment eligibility and successfully complete CORI, SORI, and fingerprint-based background checks as a condition of employment.