What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer position at HillsboroISD?
Athletic Trainer
Position Purpose
Plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of athletic training program for student athletes. Also work under the direction of team physician to prevent, recognize, assess, manage, treat, and recondition athletic injuries and illnesses.
Essential Functions
- Plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of athletic training program for student athletes. Also work under the direction of team physician to prevent, recognize, assess, manage, treat, and recondition athletic injuries and illnesses.
- Provide physical conditioning training to student athletes.
- Attend practice sessions and athletic contests and prepare athletes using protective techniques and devices as needed.
- Plan and implement a comprehensive rehabilitation and reconditioning program for injuries and illnesses sustained by student athletes.
- Select, train, and supervise student assistants.
- Coordinate scheduling of athletic physical examinations and screening.
- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Athletic Director.
Equipment
- Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
- Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
- Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and injury prevention
- Ability to provide emergency care and rehabilitation for student athletic injuries
- Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes and assistants
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Qualifications Profile
Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Valid license from Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers
- Current adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) certification
Experience:
- 2 years experience as an athletic trainer preferred.