Athletic Trainer - Lakewood High

Sumter School District; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumter School District Lakewood High School in Sumter, South Carolina is seeking an Athletic Trainer for a 233-day position with pay per the approved salary schedule. Requires NATA certification and SC DHEC certification. Salary: $69 plus a supplement.

The role includes planning trainer coverage, establishing training room hours, injury evaluation, rehabilitation oversight, emergency planning, and collaboration with coaches, physicians, and families to support student athletes.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• NATA Board Certification and SCDHEC Certification required.
• Experience in athletic training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops plans for athletic trainer coverage at activities and schedules with athletic director.
• Sets daily hours for the athletic training room.
• Provides evaluation and immediate care of injuries; refers to medical facilities when needed.
• Designs rehab programs under physician direction and supervises rehabilitation.
• Develops emergency plans for facilities and prevents injuries with protective measures.
• Advises coaches on conditioning to prevent injuries and improve performance.
• Maintains medical records for injuries and rehab procedures.
• Complies with district health care policies; supervises student aides and liaises with physicians, coaches, athletes, and parents.
• Counsels athletes on health topics including nutrition and substance use.

Education

Bachelor's degree

NATA Board Certification

SCDHEC Certification

Job description

Athletic Trainer - Lakewood High

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Job Details

Job ID: 5890007

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 18, 2026 2:12 AM (UTC)

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS: Requires a minimum of a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must possess National Athletic Trainer Association (NATA) Board Certification and South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) Certification.

LENGTH OF CONTRACT: 233 days with pay according to the approved salary schedule

SALARY: $69 plus a supplement.

Job Duties

• Develops plans for providing athletic trainer coverage at athletic activities on a schedule cooperatively determined by the athletic trainer and athletic director.
• Establishes daily hours of operation for the athletic training room.
• Provides for evaluation and immediate care of athletic injuries; refers athletes to medical facilities when necessary.
• Designs and supervises rehabilitation programs for athletic injuries under the direction of a referring physician.
• Responsible for developing comprehensive emergency plans for his/her specific facilities.
• Provides for the prevention of athletic injuries through the application of protective taping, wraps, and braces.
• Advises coaches of flexibility, strengthening, and conditioning programs to help prevent injuries and optimize performance.
• Maintains high-quality medical records on all injuries and rehabilitation procedures.
• Complies with all policies regarding health care delivery as indicated by District regulations.
• Supervises athletic training for student aides; serves as a liaison between physicians, coaches, athletes, and parents.
• Counsels athletes on health related issues including nutrition and substance abuse.
• Performs other duties as required.

Terms: Salary and work year to be recommended by the Superintendent and approved by the Board.

Evaluation: Job performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of Sumter School District Board policy.

This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties. The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned/required.

Sumter School District is an equal opportunity employer.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Trainer

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Tiffany Walters
• 1345 Wilson Hall Road
• Sumter, South Carolina 29150
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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