Athletic Trainer

Under the general direction of the Director of Athletics and/or Site Athletic Director the Athletic Trainer conducts a comprehensive program in the prevention and care of athletic injuries; evaluates the student athletes physical condition advises and treats to maintain maximum physical fitness for participation in athletic competition while keeping the physical and mental welfare of the athlete as the top priority; promotes the prevention of injuries through use of methods including conditioning protective equipment exercising taping and training techniques. The incumbents in this classification provide the school community with physical preparation and injury treatment of students competing in school sports which directly supports student learning and achievement.

The following alphabetical list of functions duties and tasks is typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform other closely related or department-specific functions duties and tasks from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Adheres to concussion and Covid-19 return to play protocols.
• Assists in educating student athletes in injury prevention nutrition and mental health and wellness.
• Develops follows and updates Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for each athletic venue.
• Establishes and maintain a budget for athletic training supplies/equipment.
• Evaluates athletic injuries; administers first aid and CPR as needed to injured student athletes; requests additional emergency medical treatment as required.
• Maintains appropriate files and records for student athletes which may include copies of physician diagnosis treatment plans prescriptions physical examination reports documentation of treatment provided medical history forms accident reports and insurance forms.
• Maintains the Athletic Training Room in a clean organized manner.
• Performs various external techniques for muscular skeletal support.
• Provide athletic trainer support at middle school feeder football games and at elementary athletic championship events.
• Provide daily care and support as needed for all site student athletes.
• Provide training to others as a Certified American Red Cross (CPR/First Aid) Instructor
• Provides hands on experience and supervision for student athletic trainers who assist with activities such as taping first aid and icing in accordance with the schools clubs and activities guidelines and state law.
• Provides and assists with rehabilitation programs and treatments for strains sprains contusions soreness and exercises to strengthen muscles.
• Provides reports to coaches athletic directors and nurses on injuries medical reports and status of athletes under treatment. Certifies medical eligibility of students to return to the athletic program.
• Recommends to parents/students appropriate medical care related to injuries.
• Responsible for the inventory and requisition of all training room supplies and equipment through protocol established with the Athletic Director.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit and the District including various mandatory District trainings.

• Fundamental principles and accepted trends in the field of athletic training
• Applicable sections of State and Federal laws regulations and codes
• Physical intellectual social and emotional growth patterns in students
• Principles and practices of supervising training and providing work direction
• District organization operations policies objectives and goals
• English grammar usage punctuation and spelling
• Computer usage and applicable software programs

• Read analyze and understand scientific and technical journals related to sports medicine legal documents and physician and physical therapist orders
• Respond appropriately to common inquiries or complaints from students parents coaches and other employees
• Properly use and care for materials supplies and equipment employed in performing services as an athletic trainer
• Work confidentially with discretion
• Work independently and exercise independent judgment within scope of responsibility
• Complete work with many interruptions
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with a diverse range of people using tact patience and courtesy
• Compose correspondence and written materials independently
• Plan organize and prioritize work in order to meet schedules and time lines
• Communicate understand and follow both oral and written directions effectively
• Maintain current knowledge of trends in the assigned field
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Maintain accurate records in reporingprogress and monitoring results
• Communicate using patience and courtesy in a manner that reflects positively on the organization
• Actively participate in meeting District goals and outcomes
• Apply integrity and trust in all situations

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors subject to extreme weather conditions at times
• Mobility sufficient to walk stand and /or sit for extended periods and access all locations in the work environments
• Flexibility to reach with hands and arms twist and bend squat kneel and stoop
• Lift carry push pull and/or carry bulky objects of up to 80 pounds with or without assistance
• Manual dexterity to appropriately control and manipulate objects tools materials and equipment used on the job including operating a computer and other office equipment
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone
• Visual acuity to see/read documents and a computer screen

(At time of application and in addition to the Knowledge Skills and Abilities listed above.)

EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Bachelors degree in athletic training health physical education kinesiology or related field from an accredited college or university. Masters Degree is preferred

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Experience preferred.

LICENSE(S) REQUIRED:

• Valid current California Drivers License to drive to sporting events and meetings as required.

• Pass the Districts applicable proficiency exam for the job class with a satisfactory score
• After offer of employment obtain:
  • Criminal Justice and FBI Fingerprint Clearance
  • Negative TB test result plus periodic post-employment retest as required (currently every four years)
• Athletic Trainer Certification required from National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (or obtain within 6 months of employment failure to do could result in release)
• Current CPR certification
• Certified American Red Cross (CPR/First Aid) Instructor preferred.

*PC RULES 5.2.1.2 -5.2.1.2 - In-house employees will have first consideration for the position. If sufficient candidates are not available to complete the three ranks the Personnel Commission will move to include outside candidates.

The examination process will include screening to ensure applications are complete and meet all minimum qualifications. No additional information will be accepted from applicants once the application has been submitted.Only the most qualified applicants who pass the minimum qualifications review will be invited to the examination process.