Job Details
| Region: | 13 |
| School District/Employer: | Luling ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | , |
| Position: | , |
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| Job Title: | 2024-25 Athletic Trainer |
| School: | Luling High School |
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| Date Posted: | 5/6/2024 |
| Deadline: | Until Filled |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | Primary Purpose: Plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of the athletic training program for student athletes. Work under the direction collaborating physicians to prevent, recognize, assess, manage, treat, and recondition athletic injuries and illnesses. Major Responsibilities and Duties: Plan and implement a comprehensive athletic injury and illness prevention program for student athletes. Provide physical conditioning training to student athletes. Attend practice sessions and athletic contests and prepare athletes using protective techniques and devices as needed. Attend all home athletic events. Provide emergency or continued care and refer athletes to physicians for definitive diagnosis and treatment. Detect and resolve risks to athletes and determine continued participation in athletic events. Develop and establish specific procedures to be carried out in the event of a medical emergency. Provide health care information and counsel and instruct student athletes on subject matter related to athletic training. Establish and maintain effective communication with students, parents, medical and paramedical personnel, coaches, and other staff. Rehabilitation/Reconditioning Plan and implement a comprehensive rehabilitation and reconditioning program for injuries and illnesses sustained by student athletes. Determine therapeutic goals and objectives for individual athletes, apply therapeutic modalities, and instruct athletes on proper use of exercise equipment. Fit injured athletes with specialized equipment and oversee its use. Evaluate and record rehabilitation progress of athletes. Develop criteria for progression and return to practice and competition. Follow and enforce professional, ethical, and legal parameters regarding use of medicinal and therapeutic agents for treatment and rehabilitation of injured athletes. Administration Coordinate scheduling of athletic physical examinations and screening. Select, train, and supervise student assistant trainers. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents including medical, accident, and treatment records as required. Maintain an inventory of training supplies and equipment. Requisition additional supplies as needed. Other Maintain confidentiality regarding student academic, social, physical and behavioral performance at all times. Be a positive role model for students; support the mission of the school district. Attend professional growth activities to keep abreast of innovations in the athletic training field. Comply with state, district and school regulations and policies. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Perform all other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: Train and supervise student assistants. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Exercise equipment and devices including stationary bike, pulleys, weights, whirlpool, paraffin bath, ultrasound equipment, and cold packs; automated external defibrillator (AED) Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Continual walking; moderate reaching Lifting: Frequently moderate lifting or carrying (15-44 pounds) Environment: Work outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather) and inside; exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; frequent districtwide and statewide travel Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; frequent prolonged and irregular hours |
| Qualifications: | Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree Valid license from Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers Current first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate Commercial Driver’s License with Texas Bus Driver Certificate Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and injury prevention Ability to provide emergency care and rehabilitation for student athletic injuries Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes and assistants Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Experience: 2 years experience as an athletic trainer preferred |
| Salary Range: | LISD Salary Scale can be found at www.luling.txed.net. |
| Benefits: | TRS Health Benefits - LISD Contribution to TRS Health Coverage |
| How To Apply: | Please apply through the Luling ISD On-Line Application System at www.luling.txed.net |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Susan Guzman |
| Email: | sguzman@luling.txed.net |
| Address: | 218 East Bowie |
| City: | Luling |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 78648-2904 |
| Phone: | (830) 875-3191 |
| Fax: | (830) 875-3193 |