TEMPORARY HELP POOL 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

(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.

Classified Substitute Rate - $32.38 per hour
On-call as needed

**This position is temporary and on call as needed and there is no guarantee of work days and work hours. There is no contract for this position and no benefits are provided.**

Materials Required:

1. Completed application

2. Copy of officialcollege transcript OR photocopy of a Bachelors degree in athletic training health physical education kinesiology or related field from an accredited college or university.

To move forward in the selection process you must complete an online application through this website. Resumes may be uploaded but cannot be used in place of a completed application.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION:ONCE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE REVISIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.

When completing the application please include ALLcurrent and previous employment in the Work Experience section of the application and complete ALLfields including the name and contact information of your supervisors. Experience included in the resume but not in the Work Experience section of the application may not be considered to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

The applicant must submit all required documents. Personnel Commission staff will not upload your documents for you.

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment processplease contact Personnel Technician Cynthia Chavira at Ext 296 or email

ACCOMMODATIONS: Individuals with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation in the selection process must inform the Madera Unified School District Personnel Commission Department in writing no later than the filing date stated in the announcement. Those applicants needing such accommodations should document this request including an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation needed to participate in the selection process.

The Governing Board desires to provide a positive work environment where employees and job applicants are assured of equal access and opportunities and are free from harassment in accordance with the law. The Board prohibits district employees from discriminating against or harassing any other district employees and job applicant on the basis of the persons actual or perceived race religion creed color national origin ancestry age marital status pregnancy physical or mental disability medical condition genetic information veteran status gender gender identity gender expression sex or sexual orientation.The following person is designated as the Title IX Coordinator.

Prince Marshall

Assistant Superintendent of Student & Family Support Services

1820 Howard Road Madera CA 93637