Please contact the district or school with any questions regarding this position.
ROLE AND PURPOSE:
Plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of athletic training program for student
athletes. Also, work under the direction of a team physician to carry out activities in the
following areas: prevention, evaluation, emergency treatment, physical reconditioning,
and rehabilitation of injuries.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Certification/Education:
Bachelor’s Degree
Valid license from Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to provide injury prevention and rehabilitation services
Ability to provide emergency care
Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and ability to apply appropriate treatment
to treat student athletic injuries
Ability to instruct and supervise student-athletes and assistants
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Minimum Experience:
None
ASSISTANT ATHLETIC TRAINER
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
1. Plan and implement a comprehensive athletic injury and illness prevention
program for student-athletes.
2. Attend practice sessions and athletic contests as assigned by the athletic director.
3. Establish and maintain effective communication with students, parents, medical
and paramedical personnel, coaches, and other staff.
4. Provide physical conditioning training to student-athletes.
5. Fit injured athletes with specialized equipment and oversee its use.
6. Prepare athletes for games and practices by conducting evaluations and using tape,
wraps, splints, braces, and other protective devices as needed.
7. Respond to emergencies and make quick, independent judgments about how to
deal with injuries.
8. Identify acute injuries and provide first-aid triage, including assessing injuries and
deciding whether an athlete should seek further medical attention and should
discontinue participation in the athletic event.
9. Establish specific procedures to be carried out by a coach or student trainer in the
event of a medical emergency.
10. Detect and resolve environmental risks to athletes.
REHABILITATION/RECONDITIONING
11. Plan and put in place a comprehensive rehabilitation and reconditioning program
for injuries and illnesses sustained by student-athletes.
12. Determine therapeutic modalities and instruct athletes on the proper use of exercise
equipment.
13. Apply therapeutic goals and objectives for individual athletes.
14. Evaluate and record the rehabilitation progress of athletes. Develop criteria for
15. Follow professional, ethical, and legal parameters regarding the use of drugs and
therapeutic agents for the treatment and rehabilitation of injured athletes.
ADMINISTRATION
16. Coordinate the scheduling of athletic physical examinations and screenings.
17. Select, train, and supervise student assistants.
ATHLETIC TRAINER
18. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and
other documents including medical, accident, and treatment records as required.
19. Maintain an inventory of training supplies and equipment.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding, and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Frequent district-wide travel; occasional statewide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
