Athletic Trainer - Westwood High School

• Forbes named Mesa Public Schools in their list of 2024 Best Employers in Arizona.
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• Forbes named Mesa Public Schools in their list of 2024 Best Employers in Arizona.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

Full-time

$56,421.00

D62, 9.75 months exempt

Vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance

Available annually

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximum

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

The Athletic Trainer specializing in rehab and physical therapy will work with athletes and individuals to aid in their recovery from injuries and improve their overall physical health. The trainer will use their human anatomy and physiology knowledge to create customized rehabilitation programs for their students. The trainer will also work closely with medical professionals, such as doctors and physical therapists, to ensure their students receive comprehensive care.

The trainer will also educate their students on injury prevention and guide exercise techniques. Overall, the athletic trainer will be crucial in helping student-athletes achieve their physical goals and improve their overall well-being.

Candidates must complete an on-line application which requires a valid IVP Arizona fingerprint clearance card and transcript of credits.

• Develops and manages an effective athletic training program for high school and middle school athletics
• Provides First Aid and injury assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning for MPS student-athletes, including physician referral as needed
• Provides coverage at home events and practices throughout the fall, winter, and spring as directed by the Athletic Director
• Coordinates annual required athletic physicals and supervises the clearance of injured athletes before and during sports seasons
• Organizes and conducts baseline testing when needed or instructed
• Communicates regularly with team physicians regarding athletic health care and recommends treatment and rehabilitation for all athletic injuries
• Communicates with coaches about expectations and status of their athletes throughout the injury process
• Assists coaching staff in evaluating and implementing sport-specific conditioning programs and methods
• Maintains an up-to-date policy and procedures manual along with an Emergency Action Plan
• Communicates with parents on the care and treatment of their student-athlete
• Maintains an effective and efficient athletic training room
• Files all necessary reports associated with athletic injuries and/or incidents
• Maintains a daily treatment log
• Oversees the ordering of supplies and equipment related to the athletic training room and maintains an up-to-date inventory
• Equips each team with appropriate medical equipment
• Assists in the selection and fitting of protective equipment, including special taping, pads, or braces
• Monitors and controls environmental risks to create a safe playing environment
• Shares professional literature related to athletic training with the school’s coaching staff
• Collaborates with department and school leaders, supervisors, and staff to align processes and procedures while actively seeking their input and leading or participating in joint committees and working groups
• Focuses on continuous improvement by analyzing data, assessing systems…