Athletic Trainer (District Wide)

Athletic TrainerThe board certified athletic trainer, or ATC, is an allied healthcare professional educated and skilled in meeting the healthcare needs of individuals involved in physical activity. As part of a complete healthcare team, the certified athletic trainers work under the direction of a licensed physician and in cooperation with other healthcare professionals. The athletic trainer is a member of the coaching staff that is the medical link between the athlete, doctor, parent, and coach. Due to the nature of a competitive high school athletic program, athletics are exposed to conditions that can create injuries and other health related problems. In order to insure athletes are healthy to perform at competitive levels, a program to prevent and manage athletic injuries is a priority for any athletic program.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Health Assessments to identify pre-existing or predisposing conditions through pre-participation through organizing a health screen for new and returning athletes in accordance with AIA rulesReview athletes records and physicals for pre-existing problems that need special attention before or during the season. Check all physicals and emergency information for accuracySupervision, monitoring, inspection and assessment of environmental conditions, equipment and protective devicesAssess athletic apparatuses and athletic activity areas (gyms, playing surfaces)Application of functional taping, wrapping, bracing, and supports for proper protection to prevent injury or re-injuryEducation of athletes, parents, workers, coaches, and supervisors in injury prevention and safetyDevelop an injury management planMeet with the team physician to review and plan medical coverage for the following yearMust cover all home events coordinated by the athletic director and athletic trainer and away varsity football gamesAdminister first aid using standard, approved techniques and activate the emergency plan, if appropriate to provide necessary medical changesObtain a medical historyInspect, palpate, and perform specific evaluation and functional testsSelect and apply emergency equipment following standard approved techniques to facilitate the athletic a physically active individual safe, proper, and efficient transportationResponsible for the referring of an injured athlete to physicians for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitative protocolsResponsible for reporting injuries to the proper coaches and keeping records pertaining to the injuries and the treatment of the injured athleteImplement a rehabilitation program following protocols approved by the physicianConstruct rehabilitation or reconditioning programs for the injured or ill athlete or Physically active individual using standard procedures for therapeutic exercise and modalities to restore functional statusMonitor the functional progress of the individual and adjust the program accordinglyEvaluate the readiness of the individual to return to physical activityEducate parents, staff, coaches, athletes, and physically active individuals about the rehab process using direct communicationMaintain accurate medical recordsEstablish an emergency planEstablish guidelines for injury/illness management and referralDevelop review system to ensure continuity and quality of medical careReduce the risk of exposure to infections agents by following universal precautions to prevent the transmission of infectious diseasesInsurance processingComplete inventory and order supplies for the following yearResponsible for the training and supervision of student athletic trainers, including scheduling for games and practicesResponsible for other duties as prescribed by the Athletic Director and Team PhysicianMaintain knowledge of contemporary sports medicine issues participating in continuing education activity to provide an appropriate standard of careDevelop interpersonal communication skills by interacting with others (e.g. parents, coaches, college athletes, physically active individuals) to enhance proficiency and professionalismAdhere to ethical and legal parameters by following established guidelines that define the proper role of a certified athletic trainer to protect athletes, physically active individuals, and the publicAssimilate appropriate sports medicine research by using available resources to enhance professional growthEducate the public by serving as a resource to enhance awareness of the roles and responsibilities of certified athletic trainerAttend parent meetings to explain the responsibilities of the athletic trainer and answer questions pertaining to treatment of injuriesEstablish and maintain good rapport with students, employees, community members and vendorsMaintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentialityOther job related duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:Read, interpret and analyze general business documents, government regulations, and technical proceduresCreate and write reports, business correspondence and written communications with correct grammar and punctuationSpeak to large and small groups and respond to questions from customers, employees and community membersAdd, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimalsInterpret assortment of instructions furnished in variable formsApply reason to research and solve moderately complex issues with little or no assistanceADA and Other Requirements:Positions in this class require: pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Standing for extended periods of time. Working Conditions: Work is routinely performed outdoor environment including exposure to noise and being on your feet. Requires standing in inclement weather including summer heat.The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. The Dysart Unified School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Dysart Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment or in any of its educational programs or in the provisions of benefits and services to students.