Athletic Trainer

District Focus

North Wasco County School District ispleased to announce that we are seeking qualified applicants forthe position ofAthletic Trainerfor the 26-27 school year. This is a 220 day contract. We are very proud of our District and the teachers administrators and support staff that provides the best education possible for the children of our community. Thank you for seeking this opportunity to be part of our team.

District Mission:Educating each student to the highest standards while motivating them to reach their fullest potential and graduating them to be college career and life ready.

The Gorge Lifestyle:

The phrase Gorge Lifestyle alone speaks volumes. Located along the banks of the mighty Columbia River just 84 miles east of Portland The Dalles is the eastern gateway to the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Outdoor enthusiasts find the Gorge to be a perfect environment to pursue wind snow and whitewater sports road and mountain biking hunting fishing hiking golf and more! Serving as a center of Native American trade for over 10000 years and the end of the Oregon Trail history buffs will find the area steeped in history and culture. The Dalles has a quaint and historic small town feel with a population just over 13000. Boasting a mere 14 inches of rain annually The Dalles is home to bountiful agricultural products including world-renowned cherries grapes and wheat. It is home to Columbia Gorge Community College which offers the first wind-power training program in the Pacific Northwest Googles Data Center numerous orchards vineyards wineries craft breweries and a thriving business community.

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Application Process: All application materials must be submitted electronically as part of your TalentEd/Recruit & Hire the following supplemental documents:

1. Letter of interest;
2. Current Resume;
3. Three (3) recent letters of reference
4. Copy of your Oregon License
5. Copy of Unofficial College Transcripts

SALARY:

$46665-$93402 (non-PERS)

$49643-$99362 (PERS)

Job Purpose Statement/s:

The job of Athletic Trainer/Teacher provides on-site athletic event coverage including pre- and post-event requirements. Maintains appropriate quantities of first aid/athletic training supplies required for each event. The Athletic Trainer is responsible for the care prevention and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Required to collaborate with a licensed physician in the treatment of athletic injuries.

Job Qualifications & Licensure:

• Bachelors degree in athletic training or a related field such as Kinesiology or Sports Medicine (required)
• Possess or ability to obtain a valid athletic trainer registration by the Oregon Health Authority/Health Licensing Office.
• Possess or ability to obtain an Emergency Cardiac Care Certification including adult pediatric secondary rescuer AED airway obstruction and barrier devices.
• Possess or ability to obtain certification as a Certified Wrestling Body Composition Assessor from the Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA).
• Knowledge of first aid practices injury prevention and therapeutic procedures.
• Ability to work cooperatively with students parents coaches and physicians.

Essential Job Functions

1. Researches plans implements and ensures that appropriate action plans are in place to prevent athletic injury and illness and that these plans are in accordance with other established athletic policies procedures and state law.

1. Conducts initial assessment of an athletes injury or illness to determine a professional diagnosis activity limitation or restrictions develop a treatment plan and/or to determine whether the athlete should be referred to physician(s) for further diagnostic testing and treatment.
2. Serves as a resource for coaches on conditioning nutrition and the selection of appropriate team protective equipment and devices.
3. Attends multisport athletic contests and practices as scheduled by agreement with the Athletic Director. Observes participating athletes to evaluate movement patterns and body mechanics that could predispose athletes to injury. Responds to injuries/illnesses that occur due to participation in activities and/or events.
4. Provides emergency care and first aid including availability of necessary equipment communication procedures for emergency situations and prompt accurate triage.
5. Serves as a liaison to parents coaches school staff and healthcare professionals regarding an individual athletes injury or illness.
6. Provides education to coaches students and parents in the areas of sports injury prevention and care.
7. Develop implement and maintain emergency action plans for practice and game locations specific to the assigned high school.
8. Provides on-site rehabilitation services for athletic injuries using various therapeutic interventions and related equipment.
9. Assesses athletes to evaluate the efficacy of treatment reports the progress to coaches and physicians when appropriate and makes modifications to the athletes treatment program as necessary.
10. Maintains confidential accurate and complete student documentation as required by law district policy and administrative regulations including training records injury/accident reports treatment records home care instructions referrals rehabilitation progress notes and insurance information.
11. Develops and maintains equipment inventory and supplies for the athletic training room adhering to budget provided.
12. Schedules and administers pre-season neuropsychological testing for concussion management and helps interpret post-injury results.
13. Responsible for concussion management including notifying school personnel documentation record-keeping and communicating with outside medical professionals and parents. Evaluates athletes readiness to play and provides participation clearances when necessary and warranted.
14. Assesses wrestler body composition in conjunction with Oregons Wrestling Weight Monitoring Program to determine minimum wrestling weight.
15. Provides athletic training room facilities rehabilitation and medical care access to student athletes with arrangements made by the Athletic Trainer.
16. Ensures water or other appropriate hydration is available as agreed with Athletic Director following league protocol for visiting teams.
17. Perform other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as assigned. Performs other duties as assigned.

This organization believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore this position description is designed to define primary duties qualifications and job scope but should not limit the incumbent nor the organization to the work identified

Workplace Expectations:

• Work effectively with and respond to people from diverse cultures or backgrounds.
• Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior speech and dress in a neat clean and appropriate professional manner for the assignment and work setting.
• Have regular and punctual attendance.
• Confer regularly with other licensed staff and immediate supervisor.
• Follow all District policies work procedures and reasonable requests by proper authority.
• Maintain the integrity of confidential information relating to a student family colleague or District patron.

Any offer of employment made by North Wasco County School District is contingent upon satisfactory results of:

1. Drug screening tests for any illegal drug or substance classified in Schedules I through V under theFederalControlled Substances Act 21 U.S.C. 811 to 812.This includes but is not limited tomarijuana mind-altering substances or narcotic drugs such as hallucinogens amphetamines barbiturates or any other illegal drug or controlled substance except thosefederallyrecognized as legally prescribed by a physician and used as directed.
2. Criminal history verification- a background check for any convictions directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Unless otherwise required by law only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the applicant from employment.

Biligual/Bi-Cultural applicants are highly desireable and encouraged to apply.

Required Experience:

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