Athletic Trainer

Job Summary

Job Description

• Responsible for coordinating and administering sports medicine services to all middle and upper school student-athletes including: Injury prevention, evaluation, management, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
• Will be NATABOC certified, registered as an Athletic Trainer in New York State, and hold AED, CPR and First Aid certifications.

  Responsibilities

• The athletic trainer will report to the athletic director.
• Administer Baseline Concussion testing to all athletes prior to competition.
• Adhere to and administer Return to Play protocols.
• Manage Student-Athlete medical records.
• Function as a liaison and foster an environment of communication and collaboration between physicians, athletes, parents, athletic director, school nurse, and administration.
• Work with coaches in establishing and evolving injury prevention.
• Work with coaches on pre-season, in season, and postseason routines that can assist in injury prevention as well as strength and conditioning.
• Maintain and operate the athletic training room.
• Perform inventory of athletic training equipment and supplies.
• Make recommendations for the modification or purchase of new equipment and supplies.
• Provide game coverage for all home athletic events and work with local ATC services to arrange game coverage when there is more than one home game in one location.
• Set up of water and medical supplies for all practices and games.
• Participate and assist with the operations and activities of the Athletic Department.
• Attend Athletic Department meetings.
• Maintain coaches certifications in AED, CPR, and First Aid.
• Along with the Athletic Director, develop a system for post game notification of injuries.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Athletic Training or related field of study (MS preferred).
• BOC Certified
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in athletic training preferred.
• Current CPR/First Aid/AED Certification.
• Proof of Professional Liability Insurance.
• New York State Licensure Certification.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Superior skills as a teammate and colleague.