Athletic Trainer

Athletic Trainer (Part-Time, Hourly)

Putnam High School is seeking a highly qualified professional to coordinate and provide a comprehensive athletic health care program for our student-athletes. The Athletic Trainer provides injury and illness prevention, clinical evaluation, emergency care, treatment, rehabilitation, referral, and return-to-participation support. This position operates in accordance with Connecticut law, professional standards, CIAC guidance, district policies, and annual written standing orders issued by a licensed health care provider.

Position Details & Compensation:

• Schedule: Approximately 20-22 hours/week (Fall & Spring) and 25-30 hours/week (Winter); up to 6 days per week. Most assignments occur between 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., including evening, weekend, school-vacation, and postseason coverage.
• Assignment locations will be Putnam High School and assigned district athletic sites.
• Reports To: Athletic Director or designee.
• Anticipated Start Date: August 2026.
• Rate of Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

• Athletic Coverage & Clinical Care: Provide athletic training and game-day coverage for practices, home contests, tournaments, and post-season events. Evaluate injuries, provide immediate/emergency care, and administer treatments, taping, and rehabilitation within legal scope and standing orders.
• Emergency Preparedness: Develop, review, and rehearse venue-specific Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) with athletic staff and local responders. Inspect and maintain emergency equipment (AEDs, medical kits, cold-water immersion gear).
• Program Administration: Maintain meticulous injury reports, treatment logs, and return-to-participation documentation. Coordinate clearances with the school nurse and enter data into district, state, and CIAC reporting systems while protecting student confidentiality.
• Communication & Collaboration: Act as the primary liaison between coaches, student-athletes, families, school nurses, administrators, and medical providers regarding player restrictions and care plans.
• Education: Provide ongoing education to coaches, athletes, and families on sports medicine topics including concussion management, sudden cardiac arrest, exertional heat illness, hydration, and safe conditioning.
• Inventory Management: Maintain an active inventory of athletic training and first-aid supplies and submit recommendations for approved purchases.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Licensure: Current, unrestricted Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) license to practice as an Athletic Trainer (maintained throughout employment).
• Credentials: Current Board of Certification (BOC) certification and ATC credential.
• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required; Master's degree in athletic training or a related field preferred.
• Certifications: Current professional rescuer/health care provider level certifications in CPR, AED, First Aid, and Prevention of Disease Transmission.
• Experience & Knowledge: Strong understanding of evidence-based safety protocols (concussions, heat illness, cardiac arrest) and electronic injury-management systems.
• Background Check: Successful completion of all legally required criminal history, fingerprinting, child-protection background checks, and mandated reporter training.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least two years of athletic training experience, preferably in a middle or high school setting.
• Familiarity with CIAC and NFHS rules, medical protocols, and interscholastic programs.
• Experience with computerized concussion baseline assessments, wrestling weight-management protocols, and venue-specific EAPs.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

• Requires frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and rapid physical response to athletic emergencies.
• Must be able to carry athletic training supplies and assist with emergency equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and involves potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

Application Procedure:

• External Applicants: Please submit your application through our website:
• Internal Applicants: Please submit a letter of interest to Heather Taylor, Principal and Joseph Pishka, Athletic Director.
• Application Closing Date: Open until filled; applications reviewed as received.

Equal Opportunity Employer