Athletic Trainer

ATHLETIC TRAINER

Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the supervision of the Principal, Vice Principal and Athletic Director, athletic trainers provide management and provision of care of injuries to students with the direction of a licensed physician. Provides the prevention, examination, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of emergent, acute or chronic injuries and medical conditions. Provides mechanical stimulation, heat, cold, light, air, water, electricity, sound, massage and the use of therapeutic exercises, reconditioning exercise and fitness programs.; and performs other job-related duties required or assigned in accordance with all applicable policies of the Diocese of Phoenix.

SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Provides "Athletic Training Services"* to student-athletes in accordance with the Arizona athletic training practice act.
Participates in continuing education sufficient to maintain the professional state license and national certification.
Maintains appropriate general treatment orders to be reviewed annually.
Provides medical and athletic training services*, in coordination with any other campus athletic trainer(s), for home athletic contests and away state playoff games as feasible. If a conflict arises between an away varsity state playoff game and a home varsity contest, the home event will supersede.
Attends and supervise, as feasible, the practices of sanctioned school sports teams to provide medical and athletic training services*, in coordination with other athletic trainer(s).
Works closely with the volunteer team physician; the AT should consult with the team physician on specific injury cases, refer athletes to the team physician as indicated and follow the team physician's advice on individual injury management.
Develops and implement comprehensive Emergency Action Plans (EAP) for all venues and sports.
Administers baseline concussion tests to athletes in contact sports and interpret the results of these tests in conjunction with concussion care and return-to-play decisions
Acts as medical liaison between family physicians and specialists, the athletics office, Diocese of Phoenix, athletes and their parents.
Maintains accurate records of injuries, treatments.
Develops and maintain a budget for the athletic training supplies and equipment.
Advises on the selection, fit, function and maintenance of protective athletic equipment.
Provides the coaches with information regarding ability to play and/or practice modifications to ensure athlete's safe return to play.
Counsels and educate athletes and coaches on any area of injury management, nutrition, substance abuse, fitness, conditioning, or other topics related to athletic training.
Meets with the parents prior to the season to explain health and safety policies and procedures and requirements
Communicates with athletes' parents regarding injury status and recommendations for treatment and referral.
Assists the athletic director as requested in the overall management of anything health and safety related.
The AT's primary function will be to provide comprehensive athletic training services.
Works in cooperation with the other athletic trainers of the high school and performs related administrative duties and work as required by the Athletic Director and/or Head AT.
Interacts and communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of staff, physicians, patients and families in an effective manner exhibiting tact, enthusiasm and patience.
Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

1. Conditions of Employment

2. Job Description

3. Fingerprint Clearance

4. Proof of Vaccinations

5. Must have signed Called to Protect, Code of Ethics, Communication Technology, and Photographic Release

6. NATA and AzATA certification

7. CPR/First Aid Certified Trainer

8. Master's degree in athletic training or related field.

9. Certified athletic trainer by the BOC and in good standing

10. Arizona State Board of Athletic Training licensed athletic trainer or eligible.

11. National Provider Identifier (NPI) number

12. Emergency cardiac care certification for healthcare provider.