Description

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
The Athletic Trainer provides athletic training services to physically active individuals within the school district in accordance with Pennsylvania Practice Act, established by the State Board of Medicine within the Department of the State; these services are defined as: The management and provision of care of injuries to a physically active person, with the direction of a licensed physician; the term includes the rendering of emergency care, development of injury prevention programs and providing appropriate preventative and supportive devices for the physically active person; the term also includes the assessment, management, treatment; rehabilitation and reconditioning of the physically active person whose conditions are within the professional preparation and education of a certified athletic trainer; the term also includes the use of modalities such as: mechanical stimulation, heat, cold, light, air, water, electricity, sound, massage and the use of therapeutic exercise, reconditioning exercise and fitness programs. Duties are performed at various levels within the defined title.

These duties are based on the needs of the school and its athletic programs. The athletic trainer’s duties, enumerated in this document, should not be considered all-inclusive. The Athletic Director, as necessary, shall modify duties. The athletic trainer will be present at home athletic contests and practices and shall attend other post-season and home-hosted contests as directed by the Athletic Director.

Establish an effective athletic training program for 7th-12th grade athletics.
Provide 1st aid and injury assessment/treatment/rehabilitation/reconditioning for student-athletes.
Provide coverage at home events and practices from the beginning of the fall sports season to the conclusion of the spring season.
Coordinate the annual required athletic physicals and supervise the clearance of injured athletes prior to and during the sport seasons.
Assist coaching staff in evaluating and implementing sport-specific strength and conditioning programs and methods.
Maintain an effective and efficient athletic training room.
Maintain communication with parents on the care & treatment of their student-athlete.
File all necessary reports associated with athletic injuries and/or incidents.
Maintain a daily treatment log.
Oversee the ordering of supplies and equipment pertaining to the athletic training room and maintain an up-to-date inventory.
Provide the Athletic Director with an annual budget for supplies and equipment.
Equip each team with appropriate medical equipment.
Assist in the selection and fitting of protective equipment, including special taping, pads or braces.
Create a safe playing environment by monitoring and controlling environmental risks.
Share professional literature relative to athletic training with the school’s coaching staff. 

Requirements

BOC: Certified Athletic Trainer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of State, Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs: PA Licensed Athletic Trainer and Certified Health Care Provider (CPR/AED)