Athletic Trainer/Sports Medicine 2026-2027

Venus-Independent-School-District; Venus (TX); Sur place; USD 51 000 - 76 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Venus Independent School District is seeking an Athletic Trainer/Sports Medicine professional for Venus High School in Venus, Texas. The role focuses on planning and supervising all aspects of the athletic training program under the team physician, ensuring health care and injury management for student athletes.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, a valid TDLR license, and current CPR/AED certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• TDLR license and CPR/AED certification required.
• Ability to provide emergency care and rehabilitation for student athletes.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsabilités

• Plan and implement a comprehensive athletic injury/illness prevention program.
• Provide physical conditioning and rehabilitation for student athletes.
• Attend practices and contests; prepare athletes with protective techniques and devices as needed.
• Coordinate emergency care and refer to physician for definitive diagnosis and treatment.
• Maintain communication with students, parents, medical staff, coaches, and staff.

Connaissances

Therapeutic modalities

Injury prevention

Emergency care

Rehabilitation

Student supervision

Communication

Organizational skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Description du poste

Athletic Trainer/Sports Medicine 2026-2027

Venus Independent School District Venus High School - Venus, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5967639

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Athletic Trainer/Sports Medicine Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional

Reports to: Principal/Athletic Director Date Revised: 4/2/2026

Dept./School: HS/Athletics

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 provide athletic training in the form of health care that includes principles and methods for managing and treating athletic injuries for student athletes in good general health.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree

Valid license from Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)

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

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:

0 years experience as an athletic trainer/Sports Medicine

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

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

Rehabilitation/Reconditioning

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

Administration

• Coordinate scheduling of athletic physical examinations and screening.
• Select, train, and supervise student assistants.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents including medical, accident, and treatment records as required.
• Maintain an inventory of training supplies and equipment. Requisition additional supplies as needed.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct the work of student assistants.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental 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

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $50,725 to $76,301 Per Year

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Trainer

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Santiago Camacho , Principal
• Venus High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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