Hourly Substitute Athletic Trainer

Position Open Until Filled

General Description: Assumes the responsibility and obligation of establishing and maintaining an athletic training program, in all sports.

Coordinatesand organizes the daily Athletic Trainer functions with the Athletic Director and coaches

Completes all reporting requirements for the division

Reviews student physicals and releases to ensure authenticity.

Must be skilled in communicating to parents and staff

Is expected to meet the school's professional, clinical, technical, communication and documentation requirements and standards and to make decisions based on established National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) guidelinesResponsibilities:

Coordinates and organizes the daily Athletic Trainer functions with the Athletic Director and coaches at each high school

Completes all reporting required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations

Reviews student physicals and releases to ensure authenticity

Responsible for prevention, emergency care, first aid, evaluation, and rehabilitation of injuries to athletes under his/her care using appropriate and established programs

Serves as liaison between the team physician, the athlete, the athlete's parents, and coaching staff

Assesses readiness to play and provides clearances when necessary

Serves as consultant to coaching staff on conditioning, nutrition, and protective equipment

Maintains records including injury reports, home care instructions, referrals, treatment records, rehabilitation progress notes, and insurance information; and communicates this information to others as need

Provides education and supervision for athletes and students

Sets up fields for games and practices

Monitors weather conditions and directs protocols

Provides medical coverage for practices and sporting events as scheduled with the Athletic Director

Coordinates EMS/Physician coverage when needed

Maintains emergency response equipment and performs inspections as needed

Performs related duties as assigned by the building administrator(s) in accordance with the school/division policies and practicesRequired Qualifications:

Must hold licensure through the Virginia Board of Medicine to engage in the practice of athletic training

Must hold certification through the National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification (NATABOC)

Must hold a valid Virginia driver's license

Salary: $50 per hour

Permanent