Athletic Trainer (Spring 2026)

Watertown Public Schools • Watertown, MA

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About The Position

The Athletic Trainer works directly with students to help maintain, assess, rehabilitate, and evaluate the health and other medical conditions of student-athletes. This position is entry-level, with a minimum of 0 to 1 year of experience.

Requirements

• Board Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) and Commonwealth of MA Licensure (LATC)
• First Aid and CPR Certification
• Bachelor's Degree from a bachelor's institution
• Good NATA Standing
• The skill of using discretion and independent judgment when providing care
• Skill in communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations (Students, families, coaches, colleagues, etc.)
• Must be able to work in various degrees of noise, temperature, and environments.
• Flexibility and patience are required.
• Work may require long periods of physical activity, such as working with young adults in fitness centers, gymnasiums, and athletic field settings.
• Sitting, standing, lifting, carrying, reaching, climbing stairs, squatting, kneeling, and moving equipment/furniture may be required.
• Must be able to push carts and carry athletic training equipment.
• Must take training kit(s) and coolers for long distances.
• Must stand for long periods, have good mobility skills, and walk long distances.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree
• preference for working with adolescents.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent or Athletic Director may find appropriate and in conformity with state licensure requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the operation and maintenance of the Athletic Training Room
• Serves as the primary resource for referrals, injury assessment, and on-site attention for student-athletes
• Evaluate acute and chronic injuries and refer them when needed
• Assists with injury prevention and rehabilitation for student-athletes
• Recommends purchase, maintenance, and repair of equipment and supplies as deemed appropriate
• Oversees the safety conditions of the facility or area in which activity is conducted, or students are located at all times that members are present
• Serves as the first responder for all home athletic events when the need for medical attention arises
• Follow the communication protocol for student-athletes who sustain injuries.
• Maintain an appropriate level of confidentiality
• Serves as the site manager for various home athletic events
• Other duties, as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level