High School Athletic Trainer & Sports Medicine Lead

Young World Physical Education; Southbridge (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Southbridge Public Schools is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer to lead the district's sports medicine program, focusing on injury prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation for student-athletes. This role reports to the Athletic Director and supports all interscholastic activities in line with MIAA, NFHS and HIPAA guidelines.

Responsibilities include coordinating event coverage, budgeting, emergency care, medical records, education of staff on concussion protocols, and approving

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in athletic training or related field; required experience as athletic trainer at high school level or above.
• BOCATC certification is required.
• Must currently possess or be eligible to obtain MA Board of Athletic Training License.

Responsibilities

• Oversee sports medicine program including injury prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehab for student-athletes.
• Coordinate scheduling and coverage for all team events, manage budget, emergency care and medical records.
• Educate athletic staff on health, concussion protocols, nutrition/hydration; ensure HIPAA/FERPA compliance.
• Coordinate medical referrals and RTP decisions with school nurses; update Emergency Action Plan.
• Maintain inventory of sports medicine equipment and secure student‑athlete insurance records.
• Attend JV and varsity games; travel with football and other sports as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Athletic Training

Emergency Care

Communication

Injury prevention

NFHS/MIAA knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in athletic training or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Cybex

Biodex

Job description

Southbridge Public Schools is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer to lead the district's sports medicine program, focusing on injury prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation for student-athletes. This role reports to the Athletic Director and supports all interscholastic activities in line with MIAA, NFHS and HIPAA guidelines.

Responsibilities include coordinating event coverage, budgeting, emergency care, medical records, education of staff on concussion protocols, and approving