Athletic Trainer - Injury Prevention & Rehab Lead

Fort Worth ISD; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Worth ISD is seeking an Athletic Trainer to support student athletes by coordinating conditioning and rehabilitation programs, and working with coaches to prevent and treat injuries.

Responsibilities include covering training events, administering first aid, coordinating the training room, and guiding student trainers. A Texas-licensed athletic trainer with a bachelor's degree is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required and two years of experience.
• Licensed athletic trainer by Texas Department of Health.
• Knowledge of district policies, first aid, kinesiology and physiology.
• Ability to read UIL/TEA bulletins and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide training coverage for athletic events.
• Administer first aid and arrange ambulances when needed.
• Coordinate daily training room activities.
• Assist physicians with rehabilitation of injured athletes.
• Apply protective/preventive devices for athletes.
• Maintain records, inventory and budgets.
• Counsel athletes and coaches on health matters.
• Supervise equipment fittings.
• Conduct CPR and AED training for coaches.
• Supervise and instruct student athletic trainers.
• Advise coaches on protective equipment purchases.

Skills

Athletic trainer license

First aid

CPR certified

Communication

Group meetings facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Multicultural awareness

Reading/writing English

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Job description

Fort Worth ISD is seeking an Athletic Trainer to support student athletes by coordinating conditioning and rehabilitation programs, and working with coaches to prevent and treat injuries.

Responsibilities include covering training events, administering first aid, coordinating the training room, and guiding student trainers. A Texas-licensed athletic trainer with a bachelor's degree is required.