Certified Athletic Trainer

Uxbridge High School; Uxbridge (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Uxbridge High School is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer to provide athletic training services to student athletes. The role involves injury management, preventative care, and maintaining safety protocols. This full-time position requires a valid certification and a Bachelor's Degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid certification.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Some physical activity and light lifting may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide athletic injury management and preventative programs.
• Maintain accurate records of injuries and treatments.
• Attend athletic events and provide training services.

Skills

Physical Conditioning

Injury Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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Principal, Uxbridge High School; NASSP State Coordinator; 2020 Massachusetts High School Principal of the Year

UXBRIDGE PUBLIC SCHOOL

ATHLETIC TRAINER JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Certified Athletic Trainer

Reports to: Athletic Director

Nature and Scope of Job: To provide athletic training services to student athletes engaged in interscholastic athletic activities conducted by Uxbridge High School.

Qualifications:

• Must hold a valid certification
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Some physical activity and light lifting may be required

Job Function and Responsibilities:

The Athletic Trainer shall:

1. Provide and assist with preventative programs as needed, including physical conditioning, equipment safety, and field safety.
2. Provide athletic injury management, including injury recognition, functional evaluations, supervision of rehabilitation, return to play guidelines, and appropriate application of protective taping, padding, wrapping, bracing, or dressing. Stay updated with research-based strategies for ATC’s.
3. Maintain accurate records of injuries and treatments.
4. Provide appropriate preventive services such as strengthening exercises, stretching, taping, wrapping, padding, and bracing.
5. Make medical referrals to physicians when warranted and inform parents, school nurse, and athletic director of said referrals.
6. Develop and maintain a Plan of Care with the School Nurse and School Physician, when applicable.
7. Communicate with ambulance services, EMTs, and all medical staff when appropriate.
8. Develop and maintain protocols for emergency care with the approval of the School Nurse and Athletic Director, and keep coaches informed of the Emergency Action Plan.
9. Develop and maintain updated concussion guidelines with the District Physician.
10. Maintain a cooperative relationship with the school nurses and other medical staff, help maintain updated clearance lists, and be aware of students’ medical conditions and individual plans of care.
11. Ensure the training room is maintained in an orderly, functional, and sanitary manner.
12. Create and maintain a positive training room environment for student-athletes.
13. Attend athletic events as scheduled in consultation with the athletic director, providing athletic training services during contests for both home and visiting teams.
14. Develop and manage a budget for athletic training supplies.
15. Serve as a liaison between student-athletes, parents, coaches, physicians, and specialists.
16. Ensure the safety and well-being of all student athletes on and off the field.
17. Adhere to MIAA and district policies regarding athletic participation and safety, including medical safety and clearance.
18. Protect the confidentiality of student records and information.
19. Maintain professional and ethical relationships with colleagues, coaches, parents, student-athletes, and external agencies.
20. Assist the Athletic Director with other duties within the scope of athletic training.
21. Administer and keep records of concussion-related testing and protocols, collaborating with the school nurse regarding clearance and return to play or academic participation.
22. Communicate injury needs and concerns to parents promptly.

SALARY: The athletic trainer will be paid an annual salary.

SCHEDULE: The schedule will be established in consultation with the athletic director.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Primary and Secondary Education

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