HS Asst. Athletic Trainer

Starting Date: Aug 11, 2026 Job Description Primary Purpose: Plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of athletic training program for student athletes. Also work under the direction of team physician to carry out activities in the following areas: prevention, evaluation, emergency treatment, physical reconditioning, and rehabilitation of injuries. Education / Certification Bachelor’s Degree is required. Valid license from Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers. Special Knowledge / Skills Ability to provide injury prevention and rehabilitation services. Ability to provide emergency care. Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and ability to apply appropriate treatment to treat student athletic injuries. Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes and assistants. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Experience / Other Requirements Two years of experience as an athletic trainer is preferred. Major Responsibilities and Duties Plan and implement a comprehensive athletic injury and illness prevention program for student athletes. Attend practice sessions and athletic contests as assigned by athletic director / athletic coordinator. Establish and maintain effective communication with students, parents, medical and paramedical personnel, coaches, and other staff. Provide physical conditioning training to student athletes. Fit injured athletes with specialized equipment and oversee its use. Prepare athletes for games and practices by conducting evaluations and using tape, wraps, splints, braces, and other protective devices as needed. Respond to emergencies and make quick, independent judgments about how to deal with injuries. Identify acute injuries and provide first-aid triage, including assessing injuries and deciding whether an athlete should seek further medical attention and should discontinue participation in the athletic event. Establish specific procedures to be carried out by a coach or student trainer in the event of a medical emergency. Detect and resolve environmental risks to athletes. Plan and put in place a comprehensive rehabilitation and reconditioning program for injuries and illnesses sustained by student athletes. Determine therapeutic goals and objectives for individual athletes. Apply therapeutic modalities and instruct athletes on proper use of exercise equipment. Evaluate and record rehabilitation progress of athletes. Develop criteria for progression and return to practice and competition. Follow professional, ethical, and legal parameters regarding use of drugs and therapeutic agents for treatment and rehabilitation of injured athletes. Administration Coordinate scheduling of athletic physical examinations and screening. Select, train, and supervise student assistants. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized 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. Establish and is responsible for the Campus / District Concussion Oversight Team. Maintain AED for each campus. Responsible for properly maintaining district records, adhering to all policies set forth by the district for records maintenance and learning the records retention schedule for department records. Perform other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities Supervise the work of student assistants. Equipment Used Exercise equipment and devices including stationary bike, elliptical trainer, pulleys, weights, whirlpool, ultrasound equipment, and cold packs. Working Coditions The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Maintain emotional control under stress. Regularly required to use hands, reach with hands and arms. Moderate lifting and carrying. Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop and kneel, crouch, or crawl. Frequent districtwide and statewide travel. Frequent prolonged and irregular hours. Outdoor exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather. Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases. Potential exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens. Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required. Contact Information Human Resources 1404 IH 35 North New Braunfels, Texas 78130 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education