POSITION OVERVIEW
Provides athletic training services, emergency care, injury management, and sports medicine education within a school setting under the supervision of school and district leadership.
LEADERSHIP and SUPERVISION
Reports to: Senior Coordinator, Athletics
Receives supervision from: School Principal, Athletic Director
Supervises: Student athletic trainers (with approval)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Assess and treat athletic injuries per physician’s orders
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Provide emergency care, first aid, taping, and bandaging
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Document injuries; prepare reports for insurance and school records
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Coordinate injury rehabilitation and return-to-play plans in collaboration with medical staff
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Communicate injury status to coaches, parents, and stakeholders
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Monitor environmental conditions affecting athletic activities
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Manage athletic training supplies and kits; assist in budget development
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Follow practice/game procedures and schedules; notify relevant parties of conflicts
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Maintain a clean, organized athletic training clinic
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Offer first aid to visiting teams; enforce school policies (weight room, bloodborne pathogens, concussion)
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Teach one sports medicine class annually
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Certified/licensed Athletic Trainer (BOC, Virginia license)
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CPR/AED certification (Instructor preferred)
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Knowledge of emergency protocols, injury management, and sports medicine best practices
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Strong communication and organizational skills
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team
MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s Degree (master’s preferred) in Athletic Training or related field
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Valid First Aid and CPR/AED certification
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Experience as a certified Athletic Trainer
LICENSE and CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
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Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (BOC)
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Virginia Athletic Trainer License or provisional license
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CPR/AED certification (Instructor preferred)
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Tuberculin Skin Test certification
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- School athletic facilities, clinics, and outdoor fields
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Collaborative environment with staff, students, and medical professionals
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Frequent standing, walking, and lifting (up to 50 lbs)
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Repetitive motion during injury assessments and taping
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Exposure to weather conditions during outdoor activities
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Role-Specific Demands
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Availability during scheduled practices, games, and emergencies
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Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required
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Ability to respond quickly to injuries and environmental hazards
