District Athletic Trainer

Waterloo-Community-School-District

Waterloo (IA)

Presencial

USD 50.000 - 60.000

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Hace 4 días

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Descripción de la vacante

Waterloo Community School District EDUCATIONAL SERVICES in Waterloo, Iowa is seeking a District Athletic Trainer to provide comprehensive healthcare and athletic training services for student-athletes across the district.

The role covers event and practice medical coverage, initial injury evaluations, emergency care, concussion testing, and designing rehabilitation programs, with leadership on return-to-play/return-to-learn protocols and collaboration with coaches, families, and medical

Formación

Bachelor’s degree in science, sports medicine, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
BOC certification or eligibility, with Iowa licensure preferred.
Prior experience in school-based athletic training environments is desirable.

Responsabilidades

Provide athletic training services at District practices, events, and activities.
Conduct thorough initial injury evaluations and emergency care as needed.
Maintain documentation of evaluations, treatments, referrals, and return-to-play decisions.
Design rehabilitation and training programs; coordinate with families on progress.
Lead concussion screening/testing and manage return-to-play/return-to-learn processes.

Conocimientos

Injury assessment

Concussion management

Rehabilitation planning

Communication

Collaboration

Confidentiality

Emergency response

Program development

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in science, sports medicine, or related field

Master's degree in Athletic Training

Bachelor's degree + BOC certification

Herramientas

EMR systems

Injury tracking software

Google Suite

HIPAA/FERPA compliance

Computer security awareness

Descripción del empleo

District Athletic Trainer

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Job Details

Job ID: 5950494

Application Deadline: Oct 20, 2026 4:30 PM (Central Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Oct 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title: Athletic Trainer

FLSA Status: Exempt

Classification: Administrative Support

Immediate Supervisor: Director of Secondary Education and Athletics or their designee

Job Summary: The District Athletic Trainer plans, coordinates, and delivers comprehensive healthcare and athletic training services for student-athletes across the Waterloo Community School District. Key responsibilities include event and practice medical coverage, initial clinical injury evaluations, emergency care, ImPACT concussion testing, and the design and implementation of customized rehabilitation programs. This role serves as the primary authority on state return-to-play/return-to-learn concussion compliance, leads venue-specific Emergency Action Plans, and maintains strong communication with coaches, families, athletic leadership, and medical providers.

Hiring Specifications: Education

Bachelor’s degree in science, sports medicine, or a related field
Master's degree in Athletic Training
Or Bachelor's degree + BOC certification

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in a high school or collegiate athletic setting.
Experience with advanced concussion management protocols or specific impact testing software.
Knowledge of strength and conditioning principles.

Certification:

Licensure through the Iowa Board of Athletic Training Examiners
Certification by the Board of Certification (BOC) for Athletic Trainers
CPR certified, or willing to obtain

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

Ability to assess and treat student injuries, or facilitate appropriate care
Ability to assess concussion symptoms and implement appropriate protocols
Create and implement preventative plans for athletes
Demonstrated skill in organizing ideas and people
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships based on mutual confidence and respect in identifying problems and their resolutions and in the evaluation of performance potential as revealed through interviews and other means of observation
Knowledge of the scope and relationships of the position to the total athletic program
Demonstrated sound judgment, social competency, adaptability, self-confidence, emotional maturity, initiative, enthusiasm and resourcefulness, as well as dedication to duty and the ability to act consistently and to evaluate a program through observation and examination of stated objectives and related results
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively, cooperatively and respectfully with staff, parents and community members regardless of race, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic/national origin, religion, marital status, age, socio-economic status or disability
Ability to organize varied functions and meet deadlines in a timely manner
Ability to establish and maintain a favorable working atmosphere within the building that is conducive to optimum growth and learning consistent with goals and objectives in the school district
Ability to accomplish tasks through the group process
Ability to recognize sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality

Technology Requirements:

Proficiency with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems (or willingness to learn).

Experience with student-athlete management platforms (e.g., injury tracking software).

Knowledge of Google Suite applications.

Commitment to HIPAA and FERPA compliance regarding student health data.

Knowledge of computer security expectations.

Supervision of Others:

Oversight of athletic training students/interns as applicable.

Collaboration with coaching staff regarding safety and medical protocols.

Personal Contacts:

Students and families

District personnel

Community Medical Providers (Unity Point/Mercy One)

Job Duties:

Provides athletic training services at District-sponsored or District-approved practices, competitions, events and other activities as assigned.

Attend events and practices to provide the needed on-site care

Conduct thorough initial clinical evaluation of injuries and illnesses commonly sustained by participants in athletics and

Maintain timely documentation of evaluations, treatment, referrals, parent communications, return-to-play decisions and emergency care.

Provide appropriate first aid and emergency care, according to accepted standards, for acute injuries/illnesses resulting from participation in athletics.

Design rehabilitation and training programs for athletes. Communicate appropriate updates and needs with the athlete's family.

Handle clerical tasks such as managing budgets, restocking supplies, maintaining inventory, and ensuring compliance with insurance and state reporting requirements.

Develop customized treatment plans and make appropriate recommendations for ideal steps in athlete care

Communicate athlete updates with coaches and athletic directors as needed.

Implement a comprehensive rehabilitation program, under the direction of the Athletic/Activities Supervisor and consulting physician, for injuries/illnesses sustained by participants in athletics.

Assist in implementing a program for prevention of injury.

Observe athletes for signs and symptoms of illnesses and initiate referral when appropriate.

Conduct and coordinate concussion screening/testing in accordance with District protocols and applicable requirements.

Communicate concerns regarding the health care of the athlete and the athletic training program to the Athletic/Activities Supervisor; building athletic directors and coaches.

Emergency Action Plan (EAP) responsibility — development and maintenance of venue-specific EAPs, AED locations, coordination with local EMS

Concussion Management Oversight — serves as the primary authority regarding Iowa’s return-to-play and return-to-learn legislation, ensuring final decision-making power for student-athlete clearance.