Athletic Trainer

About This Role

This role involves practicing athletic training within the requirements of the State of Vermont, providing first aid, injury assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for student-athletes. The athletic trainer will also be responsible for making appropriate physician referrals and maintaining communication with parents and local physicians. The position suits an enthusiastic professional with a passion for working in a high school setting.

Responsibilities

• Practice the profession within the requirements of the State of Vermont and use best practices in athletic training
• Promote and support an effective athletic training program for high school athletics
• Provide first aid and injury assessments/treatment/rehabilitation/reconditioning for student-athletes
• Make appropriate physician referrals
• Provide coverage at home events and practices from the beginning of the fall sport season to the conclusion of the spring season
• Administer, supervise, and update concussion protocols for all student-athletes
• Maintain an emergency action plan
• Supervise the clearance of injured athletes prior to and during the sport seasons
• Maintain a line of communication with local physician(s) regarding athletic health care and recommended treatment/rehabilitation for all athletic injuries
• Assist coaching staff in evaluating and implementing sport specific conditioning programs and methods
• Maintain an effective and efficient athletic training room
• Maintain communication with parents on the care and treatment of their student-athlete
• File all necessary reports associated with athletic injuries and/or incidents
• Maintain a daily treatment log
• Oversee the ordering of supplies and equipment pertaining to the athletic training room and maintain an up to date inventory
• Provide the Athletic Director with an annual budget for supplies and equipment
• Equip each team with appropriate medical equipment
• Assist in the selection and fitting of protective equipment, including special taping, pads or braces
• Support a safe playing environment by monitoring and controlling environmental risks
• Oversee required training and certifications for all coaches and coordinate professional development
• Train staff and coaches about the wellness center
• Perform other duties as may be required or assigned

Requirements

• Current certification and continuing education requirements as set forth by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification
• Current state licensure in accordance with the Vermont Board of Athletic Trainer Examiners
• Current certification in CPR/Emergency Cardiac Care