Athletic Trainer

GRAVES COUNTY SCHOOLS CLASSIFICATION PLAN

CLASS TITLE: Athletic Trainer

BASIC FUNCTION: Establish an athletic training program for high school and middle school athletics, to provide injury management including first aid and rehabilitation of sports-related injuries and other health services within the scope of practice for all athletes of the district, and to assist coaches with the design and implementation of injury prevention programs.

Responsible for maintaining accurate student medical records and working to reduce health-related barriers student athletes may encounter.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Provide athletic injury management, including injury recognition, functional capacity evaluation, acute care, emergency first aid, and supervised rehabilitation.
• Prioritize scheduling to provide services at critical events and during times with multiple athletic events on campus.
• Make appropriate medical referrals when indicated and provide sound counsel to athletes and parents in seeking proper medical assistance and follow-up.
• Collaborate with school nursing staff to provide care for athletes.
• Maintain appropriate equipment and supplies for successful program implementation.
• Apply and assist athletes in applying protective taping, wraps, bracing, and dressings.
• Assist athletes in injury recovery.
• Maintain an accurate log of injuries, treatments, progress and outcome.
• File all necessary reports associated with athletic injuries and/or incidents.
• Maintain communication with parents on the care and treatment of their student-athlete.
• Provide and assist coaches with preventative programs, as needed, including physical conditioning, environmental safety and physical hazards, equipment safety, and athletic training and counseling.
• Conduct or provide health related staff development sessions for coaches and school personnel, and educational programs for parents.
• Serve as a resource to classroom teachers in health related instruction.
• Protect confidentiality of records and information about students and staff, and use discretion when sharing any such information within legal confines.
• Display ethical and professional behavior in working with students, parents, school personnel, and outside agencies associated with the school.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Adheres to the National Athletic Trainer’s Association Code of Ethics

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Assessment and evaluation skills related to a large range of medical
• Ability to think critically and make independent decisions regarding the assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and return to play decisions per state licensure guidelines.
• Ability to create detailed documentation for tracking of services to include treatment, progress, outcomes, and communication.
• Ability to communicate effectively in high stress/pressure situations when speaking with patients, medical professionals, staff and families.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks with little or no supervision.

ABILITY TO:

• Maintain a working relationship with staff
• Work as a team and communicate using interpersonal skills such as tact, patience and courtesy
• Work closely with other departments and collaborate with nursing staff.
• Maintain records
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Plan and organize work
• Maintain regular, reliable and prompt attendance
• Meet schedules, deadlines and time frame

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in athletic training or a medical/science related field.
• Must complete a Master’s degree program in Athletic Training.
• Current certification and continuing education requirements as set forth by the National Athletic Trainers Association and The Board of Certification.
• Current Athletic Training License from the Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure
• Must meet the requirements for a criminal record check as specified by Kentucky state law.
• Must hold and maintain valid first aid and CPR certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

3 or more years of experience as an Athletic Trainer

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Standing/Walking: Frequent (1/3 to 2/3 of work day)

Sitting: Occasional (up to 1/3 of work day)

Handle/Finger/Feel: Frequent (1/3 to 2/3 of work day)

Reach/Push/PullFrequent (up to 2/3 of work day)

Bend/Stoop/Crouch: Frequent (1/3 to 2/3 of work day)

Kneel/Crawl: Occasional (Up to ? of work day)

Climb/Balance: Occasional (up to 1/3 of work day)

Lift/Carry-

Up to 10 lbs.: Frequent (1/3 to 2/3 of work day)

Up to 20 lbs.: Frequent (1/3 to 2/3 of work day)

Up to 50 lbs.: Occasional (up to 1/3 of work day)

Up to 100 lbs.: Occasional (up to 1/3 of work day)

Over 100 lbs.: Occasional (up to 1/3 of work day)

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. These statements are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned. Responsibilities and duties assigned are at the discretion of the supervisor.

I have read and understand the terms set forth in the job description.

Signature of Employee ___________________________________________

Date Signed ____________________________