Certified Athletic Trainer

Rio Grande City School District; Rio Grande City (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Rio Grande City School District in Rio Grande City, Texas, seeks a Certified Athletic Trainer to plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of the athletic training program for student athletes. You will work under the Athletic Director to prevent, manage, treat, and recondition athletic injuries and illnesses.

The role requires certification as an Athletic Trainer, CPR/AED, and preferred 3 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Certification as Athletic Trainer (Licennse/Certificate)
• CPR and AED certification required
• 3 years experience as athletic trainer preferred
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning physical conditioning for student athletes.
• Attend practice sessions and prepare athletes with protective techniques.
• Detect risks and determine participation in events.
• Develop procedures for medical emergencies.
• Provide health care information and counsel on athletic training topics.
• Maintain communication with students, parents, medical staff, coaches, and staff.
• Plan and implement rehab and reconditioning programs.
• Evaluate rehabilitation progress and determine progression to practice/competition.
• Follow ethical and legal parameters in drug use and therapy for athletes.
• Train and supervise student assistants.
• Maintain medical and treatment records and inventory of supplies.
• Adhere to district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Note: on-site work is essential.

Skills

Emergency care

Injury rehabilitation

Student supervision

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Certified Athletic Trainer Licennse/Certificate

CPR/AED certification

Job description

Certified Athletic Trainer

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Job Details

Job ID: 5855289

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jul 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

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

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required