About this role
The Athletic Trainer will be responsible for preventing, diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating athletic injuries among student-athletes. Serving as needed in an hourly capacity, this role involves working closely with coaches, school nurses, physicians, and parents to ensure the health and safety of all athletes. The Athletic Trainer assumes responsibility for the care and inventory of sports equipment. Essential Job Functions:
• Renders first aid, including artificial respiration as necessary, to student athletes.
• Cleans and bandages minor wounds.
• Applies heat and cold to promote healing.
• Massages parts of athletes' bodies to relieve soreness, strains and bruises.
• Wraps ankles, fingers or wrists in protective gauze and adhesive tape to support muscles and ligaments.
• Coordinates the annual required athletic physicals and supervises the clearance of injured athletes prior to and during the sport seasons.
• Advocates and communicates treatment/rehabilitation for all athletic injuries.
• Maintains an inventory of supplies, including first aid, and equipment.
• Informs the athletic director when new supplies or equipment are needed.
• Assists in the selection and fitting of protective equipment, including special taping, pads or braces; modifies protective equipment to best suit the needs of the sport or player; repairs torn or damaged equipment or sends out for repair.
• Packs and unpacks supplies/equipment for road trips; accompanies teams on trips.
• Ensures a safe playing environment by monitoring the playing area (field, track, etc.)
Click here to read the full job description for this role. Education and Experience:
• Bachelor's Degree in Sports Medicine, Kinesiology, or related field
• Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) certification
• Current (valid, not expired) CPR/Basic First Aid certification
• Current (valid, not expired) State Driver's License
• Ability to possess additional licensure as required by the State or School Board
About Spotsylvania County Public Schools: Comprised of 31 schools and home to a diverse student population of over 24,000, Spotsylvania County Public Schools is one of the largest School Divisions in the Commonwealth of Virginia. So what sets us apart? Choosing SCPS means joining a highly collaborative team of professionals who inspire, challenge and support one another to be their very best everyday. As a team member, you become part of something much bigger - Your success directly influences our student's success. Here, YOU make a difference. To learn more about Spotsylvania County Public Schools, please visit our website at https://www.spotsylvania.k12.va.us/. Employment Terms: This position is classified as an as hourly support role. The schedule for this position will be considered part-time and structured on an hourly, as needed basis. This position is evaluated annually. Benefits Eligibility: Eligible (Bronze Minimum Value Plan) Together, we prepare our students for their future. We look forward to welcoming you to the #WeAreSpotsy team. _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Spotsylvania County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to non-discrimination in the workplace. Criminal record and background checks will be completed after an offer is made. A workplace that values unique perspectives, fosters belonging, and ensures opportunities for all to thrive.