Sports Medicine/Athletic Trainer

Athletic Trainer

Under general supervision of the Athletic Director, provides athletic training services for student athletes to maintain health and fitness for participation in athletic competition. The management and provision of care of injuries to a physically active person as defined in the state practice act with the direction of a licensed physician. The term includes the rendering of emergency care, development of injury prevention programs and providing appropriate preventative and devices for the physically active person. The term also includes the assessment, management, treatment, rehabilitation and reconditioning of the physically active person whose conditions are within the professional preparation and education of a certified athletic trainer. The term also includes the use of modalities such as mechanical stimulation, heat, cold, light, air, water, electricity, sound, massage and the use of therapeutic exercises, reconditioning exercise and fitness programs.

Supports and upholds the mission, vision and strategic goals of Lexington County School District One towards increased outcomes for students. Interacts, communicates and collaborates with all stakeholders effectively. Establishes a safe, supportive, positive and productive working and learning environment. Operates general office and technology equipment needed for daily activities. Maintains confidentiality regarding all employee and student information. Participates in all professional meetings and training sessions as required. Requests and maintains materials needed for daily responsibilities and essential functions; provides for safe storage and proper use of all tools, equipment and materials. Directs sports medicine program for high school athletic department including injury prevention, injury evaluation, and injury treatment. Makes recommendations for participation. Renders immediate medical care and first aid to injured players. Tapes/wraps body parts to support muscles and ligaments. Treats acute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries and related disabilities through various therapeutic modalities and therapeutic exercise. Applies braces and athletic tapes for support and protection. Issues/fabricates other protective equipment for injured athletes. Promotes prevention of injuries through staff meetings, memos, and equipment and facility evaluations. Coordinates annual physical examinations for athletes. Reviews annual physical examination results and emergency information. Creates and implements an emergency action plan for the athletics program. Develops and implements appropriate guidelines and protocols for health and safety related issues for the school's athletics program. Evaluates and makes recommendations regarding environmental issues that might affect athletic participation. Advises on the selection, fit, function, and maintenance of athletic equipment. Assists parent/athlete in making appointments for further evaluation with affiliated physicians. Establishes relationships with physician(s) who will serve as team physician(s) for athletic programs. Renders athletic training services under the advice and consent of a licensed physician as required by state practice act. Communicates regularly with physicians regarding referrals and advisement. Acts as a liaison between physicians, the school, coaches, parents, and the athlete regarding issues of injury and health. Maintains accurate records of injuries and treatments. Administers athletic insurance claims; answers insurance questions. Provide coaches and athletic director a list of athletes medically eligible to compete under district and state guidelines. Maintains medical records of athletes in accordance with state practice act. Supervises athletic training staff including assistant athletic trainer(s) and student athletic trainers. Coordinates student athletic trainer program. Counsels athletes regarding special needs such as diet, medications, drug abuse, STDs, etc. Maintains knowledge of current professional issues by reading journals, attending conferences, etc. Teaches classes in specialty areas such as sports medicine and health science (limited to no more than.3 instructional FTE). Assist athletics director as requested. Meets with parents, administrators and school counselors as needed to discuss student performance, activities, etc. Responsible for athletic training room equipment and supplies. Supervises student athletic trainers and students in medical/therapy situations. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Lexington County School District One Board policies. Must be able to access reliable transportation. Knowledge of the policies, procedures and activities of the school district which pertain to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Knowledge of the records, forms and reports which must be prepared and maintained. Knowledge of emergency procedures and first aid techniques. Knowledge of athletic training methods, techniques and procedures. Knowledge of proper maintenance and use of equipment materials and supplies used in daily activities. Knowledge of methods used in instruction and evaluation of student athletic trainers. Knowledge of counseling methods necessary for handling athletes' special needs. Knowledge of athletic training equipment and devices and protective equipment. Knowledge of current professional issues. Knowledge of school safety issues. Ability to provide athletic training services. Ability to perform emergency procedures and first aid techniques. Ability to operate athletic training devices and equipment. Ability to fabricate and ensure fit of protective equipment. Ability to maintain and interpret records and reports. Ability to provide training, instruction and guidance of student athletic trainers through explanation, demonstration and supervised practice. Ability to identify athletes' problems, provide counseling and/or recommend appropriate action. Ability to demonstrate high level application of technology devices necessary for daily activities. Ability to communicate effectively with students and their parents, district staff, coaches, medical personnel, and all other groups involved in the activities of the job. Ability to perform manual work requiring some physical strength and agility. Personal computer experience required. Strong knowledge of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheets, electronic file management, the internet, and reporting and presentation software. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication. Ability to apply knowledge and current research and theory. Ability to organize and implement a flexible work schedule in order to meet reporting deadlines. Ability to self-monitor and manage multiple tasks while working individually and with members of a group. Ability to submit all requested reports and documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with scheduled deadlines. Some extended hours and multiple demands from several people are frequently required of the employee. Computer literacy required. 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. Strenuous physical demands are occasionally required to lift/move items weighing up to one hundred fifty pounds. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as furniture or boxes of materials. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, listen and/or reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision. Occasionally the position requires the employee to work irregular or extended hours. Duties of the job require frequent use of a computer monitor and related equipment. Conducts duties in both indoor and outdoor environments with some exposure to heat, cold, disease (through handling bodily fluids), and ethyl chloride. Requires constant attention working with students and long work hours. Occasional local and overnight travel is required. Job requires the operation of athletic training equipment. The noise level in the work environment for this position varies. The noise level in this environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day. Performance of this job is evaluated annually according to Board Policy. Lexington County School District One is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all students, parents/legal guardians, staff, visitors, personnel and community members who participate or seek to participate in its programs or activities. Therefore, the district does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), color, disability, age, genetic information, national origin, or any other applicable status protected by local, state, or federal law. The district will use the grievance procedures set forth in policy to process complaints based on alleged violations of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act of 1963; the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008; and Titles I and II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.