Athletic Trainer

Durham Academy, Incorporated; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Durham Academy (DA) is seeking a part-time Athletic Trainer to support middle school athletics in Durham, NC, beginning August 1, 2024. This role requires current AT certification and NC licensure eligibility, with a background in high school settings and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities include injury prevention, clinical evaluation, immediate and emergency care, and rehab, with emphasis on collaboration with the Athletic Director and school community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Certified Athletic Trainer (NATA/BOC).
• Valid NC state licensure or eligible for licensure.
• One year experience as athletic trainer in a high school setting; collegiate experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Abundant energy and enthusiasm for middle and high school athletics.
• Experience with Google Suite, Outlook, and EMR.
• Willingness to collaborate with a diverse school community.

Responsibilities

• Injury prevention
• Clinical evaluation and diagnosis
• Immediate and Emergency Care
• Treatment and Rehabilitation
• Organization and Administration
• Professional Responsibility

Skills

Bachelor’s Degree

Athletic Trainer Certification

NC State Licensure eligibility

High School athletic trainerExperience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Energy & enthusiasm for athletics

Google Suite/Outlook/EMR

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree preferred

Certified Athletic Trainer

NC licensure eligibility

Job description

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Athletic Trainer

Part-Time Durham, NC, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1214

Durham Academy (DA) is accepting applications for a part-time Athletic Trainer to begin August 1, 2024 at our Middle School. The successful candidate will have the following:

• Current certification and continuing education requirements as set forth by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association and Board of Certification.
• Current (or in process of obtaining) state licensure in accordance with the North Carolina Board of Athletic Trainer Examiners.
• Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiac Care.

Primary Function: Provide athletic training coverage for middle school athletic programs.

Primary Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required. Master’s Degree preferred.
• Certified (or in process of obtaining) Athletic Trainer.
• Valid state licensure or eligible for licensure in the State of North Carolina.
• One year experience working as an athletic trainer in a high school setting. Collegiate experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Abundant positive energy and enthusiasm for middle and high school athletics.

Specific Responsibilities Include

Practice within the parameters of the North Carolina Athletic Trainers Licensing Law as laid out by the North Carolina Board of Athletic Trainer Examiners and will follow both the Standards of Practice set forth by the Board of Certification and the Code of Ethics set forth by the National Athletic Trainers Association. Assist the Athletic Director as requested.

• Injury prevention
• Clinical Evaluation and Diagnosis
• Immediate and Emergency Care
• Treatment and Rehabilitation
• Organization and Administration
• Professional Responsibility

Other Qualifications

• Commitment and desire for professional growth as an athletic trainer.
• Strong interpersonal skills particularly with adolescents.
• Experience and willingness to collaborate with a large and diverse variety of people.
• Working knowledge of Google suite, Outlook, and EMR.
• Collaborate within the school to assist in areas as needed.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

This job will require physical, and time demands consistent with the field of athletic training. Some night and weekend work may be required.

DA Employees

• Are culturally competent and believe in the central importance of diversity and equity in the life of a school community.
• Can work independently with minimal supervision and routinely prioritize multiple tasks.
• Have the ability to work in complex environments with a high degree of organizational effectiveness and attention to detail.
• Are personable, collaborative and able to develop rapport quickly with a variety of individuals.
• Use technology thoughtfully and creatively.
• Innovate and experiment to find novel and efficient ways to complete tasks and solve problems.

Our School

Founded in 1933, Durham Academy is an all-gender, independent day school with 1,273 students in Pre-kindergarten through grade 12 on three campuses. The purpose of a Durham Academy education is to prepare each student to live a moral, happy and productive life . DA’s Strategic Vision commits to preparing students for life, meeting the needs of our learners and innovating more boldly, with a foundation broadening and deepening our work with diversity, equity and engagement. DA is accredited by the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS). Durham Academy is a member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), the Southern Association for College Admission Counseling (SACAC) and the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS).

Diversity, Equity and Engagement Mission Statement

Diversity enlivens, improves and enriches the intellectual and social environment of an academic community and encompasses all aspects of humanity including racial identity, sex, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, ability, age and gender identity. We are committed to an ongoing process to increase the diversity of our community and to implement policies, programs and practices under which all members of our community feel welcomed, empowered, responsible and safe. Amidst our diversity we stand united in the pursuit of academic excellence and development of individual capabilities. Find out more about DA’s commitment to diversity, equity and engagement here .

(Adopted by the Durham Academy Board of Trustees in 2004 and updated in 2008)

Our Employment Policy

Durham Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national or ethnic origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.