Teacher - Athletic Trainer/Sports Medicine

Job Summary And Purpose

The Athletic Trainer develops and implements an athletic training program and a sports medicine instructional program that will effectively meet the needs of all students. The Athletic Trainer evaluates and treats sport related injuries as well as student performance in the classroom. The certified athletic trainer (ATC) is a highly educated and skilled professional specializing in athletic health care. In cooperation with physicians, allied health professionals and administrative personnel, the ATC functions as an integral member of the athletic health care team in the high school.

Work Objectives/Essential Functions

• Prevention of athletic injuries.
• Early recognition, evaluation and care of athletic injuries.
• Assessment of the type of injury, rehabilitation and reconditioning of athletic injuries to minimize the risk of re-injuring.
• The referral of injured athletes to appropriate medical professionals when necessary.
• Health care administration including medical record keeping, documentation and reporting.
• Establishing policies and procedures related to athletic training.
• Oversee the budget and inventory of the athletic training program.
• Education and training of coaches, parents, and student athletes.
• Supervision and training of student assistants.
• Supervision of athletic practices and athletic home events.
• Complete required reports promptly and accurately.

Education and Experience

• Education Level Specific Educational Requirements: Hold or be eligible for a valid teaching license which meets Commonwealth of Virginia requirements with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned.
• Experience Specific Experience Requirements: Required Licensures and Certifications - Hold or be eligible for a valid teaching license which meets Commonwealth of Virginia requirements with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned. Formal Certifications - Must hold current CPR/First Aid certification. Hold National Athletic Trainer's Association Board of Certification (NATABOC).

Additional Skill Requirements

• Knowledge of Athletic Trainer and Sports Medicine curriculum.
• Classroom management strategies.
• Ability to assess individual needs and performance.
• Practice appropriate protocols in the field of athletic training.

Weight Demands

• Lifting – 1–25 lbs: Rarely
• Lifting – 26–50 lbs: Occasionally
• Lifting – 50+ lbs: Frequently
• Carrying – 1–25 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying – 26–50 lbs: Occasionally
• Carrying – 50+ lbs: Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling – 1–25 lbs: Rarely
• Pushing/Pulling – 26–50 lbs: Occasionally
• Pushing/Pulling – 50+ lbs: Frequently
• Standing: Rarely
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Walking: Occasionally
• Reaching: Occasionally
• Turning/Twisting: Occasionally
• Balancing/Climbing: Rarely
• Stooping/Kneeling: Rarely
• Crouching/Crawling: Rarely

Physical Demands

• Standing: Rarely
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Walking: Occasionally
• Reaching: Occasionally
• Turning/Twisting: Occasionally
• Balancing/Climbing: Rarely
• Stooping/Kneeling: Rarely
• Crouching/Crawling: Rarely

Classification Details (Completed by Human Resources)

• Job Family: Licensed Staff
• Calendar: Licensed 11 Month Staff
• Pay Structure: Teacher Scale
• Class Grade: N/A
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Job Grade: N/A
• Job Code: N/A
• Status: N/A