Athletic Trainer

Sylvania; Floresville (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania in Floresville, TX is seeking an Athletic Trainer to plan, supervise, and coordinate the school’s athletic training program for student athletes. The role works under the team physician to prevent, recognize, and treat injuries, and to recondition athletes as needed.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree, Texas Athletic Trainers license, and current CPR/AED certification, with prior experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Valid license from Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers.
• Current CPR and AED certification.
• Must complete approved sports medicine courses.
• 3 years experience as athletic trainer preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement injury/illness prevention program.
• Provide physical conditioning training for athletes.
• Attend practices and contests, use protective techniques as needed.
• Provide emergency or continued care and refer for diagnosis.
• Assess risks and determine continued participation.
• Develop procedures for medical emergencies.
• Counsel athletes on athletic training topics and education.
• Instruct students via approved sports medicine courses.
• Maintain communication with students, parents, medical staff, coaches.

Skills

Modalities knowledge

Injury prevention

Emergency care

Student instruction

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas Advisory Board athletic trainer license

CPR & AED certification

Sports medicine course completion

Tools

AED

Ultrasound

Paraffin bath

Weights & equipment

Stationary bike

Job description

Job Title: Athletic Trainer

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional

Reports to: High School Principal and Athletic Director

Dept./School: High School

Days:204 Days

Primary Purpose:

Plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of the athletic training program for student athletes. Work under the direction of the team physician to prevent, recognize, assess, manage, treat, and recondition athletic injuries and illnesses.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree

Valid license from Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers

Current adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) certification

Must complete approved courses in order to teach sports medicine courses http://www.tsata.com/sports-medicine-course/

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and injury prevention

Ability to provide emergency care and rehabilitation for student athletic injuries

Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes and assistants

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

3 years experience as an athletic trainer [preferred]

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Plan and implement a comprehensive athletic injury and illness prevention program for student athletes.
2. Provide physical conditioning training to student athletes.
3. Attend practice sessions and athletic contests and prepare athletes using protective techniques and devices as needed.
4. Provide emergency or continued care and refer athletes to physician for definitive diagnosis and treatment.
5. Detect and resolve risks to athletes and determine continued participation in athletic events.
6. Develop and establish specific procedures to be carried out in the event of a medical emergency.
7. Provide health care information and counsel and instruct student athletes on subject matter related to athletic training.
8. Provide instruction to students via approved sports medicine courses.
9. Establish and maintain effective communication with students, parents, medical and paramedical personnel, coaches, and other staff.

Rehabilitation/Reconditioning

1. Plan and implement a comprehensive rehabilitation and reconditioning program for injuries and illnesses sustained by student athletes.
2. Determine therapeutic goals and objectives for individual athletes, apply therapeutic modalities, and instruct athletes on proper use of exercise equipment.
3. Fit injured athletes with specialized equipment and oversee its use.
4. Evaluate and record rehabilitation progress of athletes. Develop criteria for progression and return to practice and competition.
5. Follow and enforce professional, ethical, and legal parameters regarding use of drugs and therapeutic agents for treatment and rehabilitation of injured athletes.

Administration

1. Coordinate scheduling of athletic physical examinations and screening.
2. Select, train, and supervise student assistants.
3. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents including medical, accident, and treatment records as required.
4. Maintain an inventory of training supplies and equipment. Requisition additional supplies as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct the work of student assistants.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environment Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Exercise equipment and devices including stationary bike, pulleys, weights, whirlpool, paraffin bath, ultrasound equipment, and cold packs; automated external defibrillator (AED)

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Continual walking; moderate reaching

Lifting: Frequently moderate lifting or carrying (15-44 pounds)

Environment: Work outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather) and inside; exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; frequent districtwide and statewide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; frequent prolonged and irregular hours

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.