Location: Detroit,MI, USA
JOB TITLE: Athletic Trainer
POSITION TYPE: Exempt (Salaried)
LOCATION: Gibraltar School District (Primarily Carlson High School)
DAYS AND HOURS: Work Year is August 1st - June 30th
WAGE SCALE: $58,656 - $72,931 (Depending on experience and qualifications)
REPORTS TO: Athletic Director
EVALUATION: Annual Evaluation by Athletic Director
POSITION START DATE: January 1, 2025
Job Summary:
Gibraltar School District is seeking a dedicated and skilled Athletic Trainer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for injury prevention, care, and rehabilitation of our student-athletes. This position requires a motivated individual who is committed to the safety and well-being of our students and can work effectively with coaches, parents, and healthcare providers.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement injury prevention programs for coaches and athletes
* Provide immediate care for injured athletes and assess the need for additional care, including EMS or follow-up with a physician
* Maintain clear and effective communication with parents, healthcare providers, and staff, in compliance with HIPAA regulations
* Document injuries and treatments, including required MHSAA Concussion Reporting
* Execute treatment and rehabilitation plans as directed by the supervising physician
* Develop, implement, and provide training for teams and coaches on emergency protocols and action plans
* Monitor and reinforce heat and cold safety protocols and procedures to ensure compliance
* Coordinate with other athletic trainers to share information regarding injuries sustained by GSD students during off-campus competitive events
* Advise and assist coaches on the appropriate fit and use of safety equipment
* Train staff in first aid, CPR and AED when needed
* Organize, inventory, and requisition training room supplies through the Athletic Director
* Be present at all designated games and practices
* Make necessary parent/guardian phone calls
* Other related duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or Principal
* Regular and predictable attendance is required
Education and Experience:
* Bachelor's degree (or higher) with appropriate certification as mandated by law. Recent graduates in athletic training must hold a master's degree to meet updated legal requirements.
* ATC Certification from the Board of Certification (BOC)
* Valid Michigan Athletic Trainer License
* Possess current certification in First Aid, CPR/Emergency Cardiac Care and AED
* Previous experience working with high school students preferred
* Must be eligible to work in the United States
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
* Genuine desire to work with students
* Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community
* Dependable and flexible
* Ability to recognize and prevent situations that may be harmful or hazardous to a student's safety and well-being
* Ability to maintain composure under stressful conditions
* Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos
* Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
* Proficiency in using PC computers, laptops, assistive communication
* For new employees: Complete (at applicant's expense) State-mandated Criminal Background Check
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to move about the building and school grounds, including gyms and fields, in both indoor and outdoor weather conditions. The employee will frequently use their hands and body to demonstrate proper sports techniques and must be able to lift up to fifty pounds. Being able to observe and identify their surroundings, as well as exchange accurate information with administration, staff, students and parents are frequently required duties.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time. It is the policy of the Gibraltar School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender/sex, age, disability, height, weight, or marital status in its programs, services or activities.