Certified Athletic Trainer

Rio Grande City Consolidated Independent School District; Rio Grande City (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Rio Grande City Consolidated Independent School District in Rio Grande City, Texas, is hiring a Certified Athletic Trainer to oversee the athletic training program for student athletes. Immediate start, full-time, on-site work with supervision of student assistants and coordination with coaches and medical staff.

The candidate should hold a Certified Athletic Trainer license, CPR/AED, and have knowledge of injury prevention and rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• Certification as Certified Athletic Trainer with current licensure.
• Current CPR and AED certification.
• Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and injury prevention.
• Ability to provide emergency care and rehabilitation for student athletes.
• Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes and assistants.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• 3 years experience as an athletic trainer preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning physical conditioning for student athletes.
• Attend practices and games and prepare athletes with protective techniques.
• Detect risks to athletes and determine continued participation in events.
• Develop procedures for medical emergencies.
• Provide health care information and counsel to student athletes.
• Establish and maintain communication with students, parents, medical staff, coaches and staff.
• Plan and implement rehabilitation and reconditioning programs.
• Evaluate rehabilitation progress and set progression criteria.
• Follow professional, ethical, and legal parameters in treatment.
• Select, train, and supervise student assistants.
• Maintain medical records and inventory of supplies.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• On-site work is an essential part of the job.

Skills

Emergency care

Injury prevention

Supervision of athletes

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Certified Athletic Trainer License/Certificate

CPR and AED Certification

Job description

Certified Athletic Trainer

Rio Grande City School District Athletic Department - Rio Grande City, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5855289
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Jul 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

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

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Certified Athletic Trainer Licennse/Certificate

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:

3 years experience as an athletic trainer preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist in the planning of physical conditioning training to student athletes.


• Attend practice sessions and athletic contests and prepare athletes using protective techniques and devices as needed.


• 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.


• 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

• 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.


• Working on-site is an essential part of your job function.

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

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required