What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer position at The Episcopal Academy?
Athletic Trainer
Who You Are
The Episcopal Academy seeks an Athletic Trainer to support the health, safety, and performance of our student-athletes. This 11-month position offers a high-impact position for a medical professional dedicated to education-based athletics and invested in helping students flourish physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Reporting directly to the Head Athletic Trainer, the Athletic Trainer will offer comprehensive care for student-athletes in grades 6-12. This position operates in close collaboration with coaches, school nurses, other athletic trainers, physicians, strength and conditioning staff, and athletic administrators.
What You Will Do
- Manage comprehensive care for athletic illnesses and injuries, encompassing prevention, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and safe return-to-play protocols.
- Provide urgent and first-response medical care at athletic practices and events.
- Design and monitor custom recovery plans tailored to facilitate safe and efficient rehabilitation.
- Coordinate student-athlete care alongside doctors, school nurses, fitness staff, coaches, and parents.
- Log thorough medical documents and injury reports within digital medical records platforms.
- Educate student-athletes on nutrition, hydration, injury mitigation, recovery strategies, and general health.
- Provide full medical coverage by attending scheduled afternoon, evening, and weekend sports events and training sessions.
- Contribute to the creation of guidelines and practices designed to safeguard student-athlete wellbeing.
- Promote a departmental environment focused on resilience, character development, personal growth, and athletic superiority.
- Act as an engaged, visible representative of the campus community, reflecting the foundational values and objectives of Episcopal Academy.
About You
We seek a proactive, organized, and compassionate healthcare professional who understands that exceptional athletic training goes beyond injury treatment. You excel at building trusting relationships with coaches and students, communicating effectively, and fostering an environment where student-athletes achieve peak performance while safeguarding their long-term well-being. You thrive in a collaborative school community and view athletics as integral to the overall educational journey. To be successful in this role, you will bring a blend of clinical expertise and exceptional interpersonal skills, including:
- Current NATABOC certification as a BOC Athletic Trainer.
- Possession of or eligibility for Pennsylvania state licensure.
- Up-to-date credentials in CPR and AED administration.
- An undergraduate degree in Athletic Training (required), with a Master's degree preferred.
- Exceptional proficiency in interpersonal communication, teamwork, and organization.
- At least three years of professional experience in an educational or athletic setting.
- Familiarity with digital healthcare record management systems.
- Flexibility to accommodate schedule demands involving evenings, weekends, and team travel.
About Us
Located 16 miles outside of Philadelphia, The Episcopal Academy offers competitive salary and benefits; employer retirement plan match; generous paid time off; excellent work/life balance; access to ongoing professional development; complimentary lunch during the school year; and use of campus facilities, including library and fitness center.
At Episcopal Academy, we believe that challenging and nurturing our students begins with supporting our people. When you join our community, you are not simply accepting a job; you are stepping into a place that champions your growth, values your well-being, and celebrates your individuality. If you're seeking a meaningful career where you can learn, collaborate, and inspire students, we would love to meet you!
Grow: We invest in your professional development and encourage lifelong learning, supported by personalized programming through our Center for Teaching and Learning and an innovative curriculum.
Belong: Experience a supportive, inclusive workplace grounded in our core values, The Stripes.
Impact: Your work, whether teaching in the classroom or in supporting roles, directly contributes to shaping students' lives and experiences.
Inspire: Come to work each day on our beautiful state-of- the art campus, surrounded by colleagues committed to excellence and driven by purpose.
Position start date: September 2026
Application deadline: Until Filled
The Episcopal Academy does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability and familial affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. We seek candidates who hope to help foster a school environment where all people are valued and where all perspectives are respected and appreciated.