VALN0294343-0000
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2024-01-19T00:00:00
Position Summary: The Athletic Trainer works under the supervision of the Athletic Director and is responsible for the care of students competing in the School’s Athletic Programs. The Athletic Trainer is responsible for the prevention, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation of injuries with the school’s comprehensive Sport Medicine Program. Specific duties and responsibilities include: Prevention of athletic injuries and illnesses Evaluation of athletic injuries Treatment of athletic injuries Provide counseling and education to student-athletes. AED maintenance Maintaining a clean training facility and equipment. Ordering and maintaining adequate athletic training supplies. CPR/First Aid Instruction Administrative Duties: Prepare and maintain detailed records on student-athletes to include 'Accident Reports' and 'Concussion Screening.' Work with doctors and other allied health professionals to deliver care to student-athletes. Coordinate with school nurse to inform coaches on statuses of injured athletes return to play. Must have the ability to organize, prioritize and perform multiple tasks with little or no supervision. Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director. Qualifications, Skills, and Attributes: A minimum of bachelor’s degree in athletic training/Sports Medicine. Prior experience as a Secondary School Athletic Trainer is preferred – entry level. Certified by the National Athletics Trainers’ Association Board of Certification New York State Athletic Training Licensure Certification in CPR/AED/First Aid Commitment to the mission of the school district Being dedicated to making positive contributions to the student experience both inside and outside the Athletic Office. Successful completion of post-offer, pre-employment criminal background checks Maintain punctual and regular work schedule. Athletic Trainers must have knowledge of a large range of medical problems. Assessment and evaluation skills and working with other healthcare professionals are needed. Ability to think critically and make independent decisions regarding the assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and return-to-play decisions per state licensure guidelines. Ability to communicate effectively in high stress/pressure situations when talking to patients, medical professionals, staff and families.
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Valhalla U.F.S.D.
Lower Hudson Valley
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