Head Athletic Trainer & Sports Medicine Coordinator

Summary

The Head Athletic Trainer & Sports Medicine Coordinator is a student-centered leadership role responsible for overseeing the health safety and performance of Franklin Road Academys Middle School and Upper School student-athletes. This position leads the development and execution of a comprehensive sports medicine program that prioritizes an education-based athletics environment that promotes wellness injury prevention and transformational growth through a competitive athletic experience. Serving as the primary healthcare provider for student-athletes this role maintains an active presence across FRAs athletic facilities including the Weicker Center and outdoor venues. The Head Athletic Trainer supervises an assistant athletic trainer and partners closely with the Director of Athletics Campus Health Services Administrator team physicians and external healthcare providers to ensure coordinated high-quality care.

FRA offers a mission-driven education-based athletics environment supported by premier facilities and a strong commitment to student wellness and development.

Essential Functions

The tasks duties and responsibilities of this job include but are not limited to:

Program Leadership & Administration

• Lead and manage FRAs comprehensive sports medicine program across all Middle School and Upper School athletics
• Supervise mentor and evaluate assistant athletic training staff
• Establish and maintain policies procedures and best practices aligned with TSSAA and NFHS standards
• Develop and maintain relationships with team physicians physical therapists and external healthcare providers
• Oversee athletic training facilities equipment and budget needs

Student-Athlete Care & Injury Management

• Provide prevention evaluation treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for Middle School and Upper School student-athletes
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation and injury reports
• Coordinate care with physicians specialists and families as needed

Event & Practice Coverage

• Provide athletic training coverage for assigned practices and home athletic contests with occasional coverage for away events as needed
• Ensure emergency action plans are in place and executed when necessary
• Prepare and maintain athletic training facilities and game-day medical equipment

Communication & Collaboration

• Communicate clearly and proactively with coaches student-athletes parents and school administration regarding injuries recovery timelines and return-to-play protocols
• Partner with the director of strength and conditioning and our coaches to promote safe training practices and injury prevention strategies
• Collaborate with school nurses counselors and administration to support overall student wellness

Health & Safety Oversight

• Monitor and manage concussion protocols in alignment with TSSAA and best practices
• Oversee hydration heat acclimatization and environmental safety procedures
• Maintain compliance with all TSSAA NFHS and FRA health and safety policies

Program Development & Education

• Provide educational programming for student-athletes on injury prevention nutrition and overall wellness
• Assist in the development of initiatives that enhance the student-athlete experience
• Support FRAs mission of promoting leadership integrity and personal growth
• Teach one class or serve as an advisor as needed

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Athletic Training or related field
• BOC Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as an Athletic Trainer in the state of Tennessee
• CPR/AED certification required
• Instructor certification to teach First Aid CPR and AED courses preferred
• Minimum of five years of experience in a secondary school or collegiate setting preferred
• Experience leading or managing an athletic training program preferred

Preferred Attributes

• Strong interpersonal organizational and communication skills
• Commitment to education-based athletics and whole-child development
• Ability to build strong trusting relationships with students families and colleagues
• Proactive collaborative and solutions-oriented mindset
• Willingness to engage fully and joyfully in the life of the school community

Physical Requirements

This position operates in both indoor and outdoor athletic environments and requires regular standing walking and occasional running. Responsibilities may involve exposure to varying weather conditions and require lifting carrying or assisting individuals weighing up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Additional Responsibilities

The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be all the responsibilities or qualifications of the job.

All employees are expected to support the mission of Franklin Road Academy and contribute to the overall life of the school.

As part of the hiring process all candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment background check which may include criminal history employment and education verification and a drug screening in accordance with applicable laws. A positive drug test or any disqualifying information on the background check may result in withdrawal of a job offer.

Required Experience:

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