Athletic Trainer - Accomack County School District : Job Details

Job Title: Athletic TrainerPay: $30 per hour (Part-Time)Job SummaryThe Athletic Trainer is responsible for providing comprehensive athletic health care services to student-athletes within the Accomack County Public School system. This includes injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and education. The athletic trainer works closely with coaches, administrators, and medical professionals to ensure the optimal health and well-being of student-athletes.Essential Duties

Evaluate and assess injuries to determine the appropriate course of treatment.

Develop and implement individualized rehabilitation plans for injured athletes.

Administer first aid and emergency care as needed.

Provide athletic training coverage for practices and competitions.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for all student-athletes.

Collaborate with team physicians and other healthcare providers.

Adhere to all state and national athletic training regulations and standards.

Educate coaches and athletes on injury prevention and care.

Assist in the development and implementation of concussion management protocols.

Participate in professional development activities to maintain licensure and certification.

Job Specifications, Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities RequiredTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and meet the minimum qualifications, should be a licensed athletic trainer in the Commonwealth of Virginia and have a valid driver's license.Preferred Qualifications:

• Current CPR and AED certification
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of sports medicine and injury rehabilitation techniques
• Experience working with high school athletes preferred

Working Conditions & Physical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions.Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, to enter data into a computer; to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal classroom levels, outdoors and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in normal classrooms, outdoors, and on the telephone; physical agility to lift up to 50 pounds; and to bend, stoop, sit on the floor, climb stairs, walk and reach overhead. The Athletic Trainer must be able to lift and carry equipment, assist athletes with mobility, and respond to emergency situations. The position requires standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods of time.Work Schedule and TravelThe athletic trainer must be able to work a flexible schedule including being present for athletic events that occur in the afternoon and evening hours. Additionally, the athletic trainer must be able to travel throughout Accomack County to attend athletic events. Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.ClearanceCriminal Justice Background check, Fingerprinting, TB AssessmentSupervision Exercised: NoneSupervision Received: Coordinator of Health ServicesThis job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The applicant will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the Principal or appropriate administrator. Accomack County Public Schools reserves the right to update, revise, or change this job description and related duties at any time.The Accomack County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, handicap, race, religion, color, or national origin in its employment practices. We are an equal opportunity employer. Approvals:Signature Date