Athletic Trainer

Athletic Trainer

Reports to: Chief of Development & School Health

Primary Purpose: Plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of the athletic training program for student athletes. Work under the direction of the team physician to prevent, recognize, assess, manage, treat, and recondition athletic injuries and illnesses.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree

Valid license from Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers

Current adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automate external defibrillator (AED) certification

Special Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and injury prevention

Ability to provide emergency care and rehabilitation for student athletic injuries

Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes and assistants

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

At least 3 years' experience as an athletic trainer

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

School and Organizational Improvement:

Plan and implement a comprehensive athletic injury and illness prevention program for student athletes

Provide physical conditioning training to student athletes

Attend practice sessions and athletic contests and prepare athletes using protective techniques and devices as needed

Provide emergency or continued care and refer athletes to physician for definitive diagnosis and treatment

Detect and resolve risks to athletes and determine continued participation in athletic events

Develop and establish specific procedures to be carried out in the event of a medical emergency

Provide health care information and counsel and instruct student athletes on subject matter related to athletic training

Establish and maintain effective communication with students, parents, medical and paramedical personnel, coaches, and other staff

Rehabilitation/Reconditioning:

Plan and implement 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

Fit injured athletes with specialized equipment and oversee its use

Evaluate and record rehabilitation progress of athletes

Develop criteria for progression and return to practice and competition

Follow and enforce 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 fill all 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

This position will be evaluated in accordance with Faith Family Academy policies. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.