Athletic Trainer

Athletic Trainer

Under general supervision, administers preventive and rehabilitative treatment to students and athletes involved in various sports and physical education activities in accordance with instruction from coaches, staff, or physicians. The duties of the Athletic Trainer include, but are not limited to, the prevention of athletic injuries; recognition, evaluation, and the immediate care of athletic injuries. The Athletic Trainer shall serve as a liaison of physical health support to and between athletes, coaches of the athletes, activities director, physicians, and parents.

The Athletic Trainer shall enact and use reasonable efforts and professionalism to ensure that players participate in interscholastic activities and events only when physically able and that any instructions provided by their attending physician are understood and followed. Safety and health of the athlete comes first. The Athletic Trainer will coordinate with the Activities Director to provide athletic training services at interscholastic events and practices deemed necessary by the Principal or their designee.

They must work effectively with people representing diverse cultures, perspectives and needs, including all genders.

Education Requirements

BA or BS Degree in Anatomy, Kinesiology, Physiology, Nutrition or similar field ATC/ BOC Certification Any combination of experience, training and/or education to demonstrate proficiency in the knowledge and abilities listed in Sports Medicine or similar field

Knowledge/Skills/Physical Requirements

Basic principles of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, health education and nutrition. Diagnostic signs and symptoms and related treatment of various physical injuries. Basic principles, techniques and procedures used in the prevention, care and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Various types of therapeutic treatments, equipment and conditioning programs. First aid medical procedures, including CPR. Safety guidelines and regulations in athletic and therapeutic activities. Basic record-keeping and report preparation techniques.

Safety and protective equipment used in sports. Sports injury record keeping, and the privacy laws. Taping, bandaging and therapeutic techniques. Understanding physical fitness, hygiene, disinfectant techniques and safety procedures. Skill on a variety of computer applications. Effective oral communication skills. Effective written communication skills.

Working Terms

Salary schedule Classified Staff
- Employed for a period of 11 months
- Reviewed annually and recommended for reemployment determined by April 15 - Reports to Activities Director Other Working Terms Leave policies and fringe benefits as stated in Board policies. First Aid is required. CPR is required. Fingerprint clearance from the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP). Must be currently licensed as an athletic trainer in the state of Missouri. Work cooperatively with administration and staff throughout the district.

Position Responsibilities

Operate a variety of first aid and adaptive equipment. Administer first aid and athletic therapy. Identify when referrals to physicians, health services, hospitals and other health professionals are necessary. Attend off-campus sporting events as needed. Operate athletic rehabilitation and weight equipment. Develop and implement individualized rehabilitation and reconditioning for injured students. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Tape, wrap, and bandage athletes to prevent injury or re-injury. Administer care for fractures, dislocations, sprains, strains, concussion, contusions, cuts, and abrasions. Communicate effectively with students, parents, coaches and faculty regarding physical injuries. Interact appropriately with students, staff, faculty and the public. Learn and apply district policies and procedures. Maintain records and prepare reports. Understand, be sensitive to and respect the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disabilities and sexual orientation of students, faculty, and staff.

Develop and maintain effective interpersonal relations using tact,…