School-Based Athletic Trainer - Autonomy & Competitive Pay

Coweta County School System; Georgia; On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coweta County School System is seeking a BOC Certified Athletic Trainer to provide on-site athletic training coverage for practices, games, and events within the middle and high school setting. This role emphasizes a patient-centered approach with clinical autonomy and a focus on injury prevention and performance.

Candidates must graduate from a CAATE accredited program, hold or qualify for BOC certification and Georgia State Athletic Training License, and maintain CPR/BLS.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAATE accredited athletic training program.
• Must hold or be qualified to apply for BOC certification and State of Georgia Athletic Training License.
• Must have current CPR/BLS certification.
• Successful AT experience at the level to which assigned; pay scale is based on years of service within qualifying school districts.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site athletic training coverage for practices, home events, away varsity football, and some Saturdays.
• Evaluate athletic injuries and develop treatment and rehabilitation plans.
• Implement injury prevention techniques such as taping, bracing, and stretching.
• Provide immediate care and emergency response for injuries, including concussion management and first aid.
• Coordinate referrals to physicians and healthcare providers as needed.
• Communicate with physicians, administrators, coaches, parents, and medical professionals regarding injury status and return-to-play decisions.
• Assist with education of nutrition, hydration, and overall wellness for student athletes.
• Maintain confidential and accurate medical records.
• Maintain and inventory athletic training supplies.
• Ensure compliance with Coweta County School System policies and Georgia High School Association policies.
• Adhere to Georgia State Practice Act guidelines for athletic training.
• Participate in annual evaluation process.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by administration.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical decision making

Prioritization

EMR proficiency

Patient safety

Nutrition education

Education

CAATE accredited athletic training program

BOC certification

Georgia Athletic Training License

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

The Coweta County School System is seeking a BOC Certified Athletic Trainer to provide on-site athletic training coverage for practices, games, and events within the middle and high school setting. This role emphasizes a patient-centered approach with clinical autonomy and a focus on injury prevention and performance.

Candidates must graduate from a CAATE accredited program, hold or qualify for BOC certification and Georgia State Athletic Training License, and maintain CPR/BLS.