Athletic Trainer
About The Position
The Episcopal Academy seeks an Athletic Trainer to support the health, safety, and performance of our student-athletes. This 11-month position offers a high-impact role for a medical professional dedicated to education-based athletics and invested in helping students flourish physically, mentally, and emotionally. Reporting directly to the Head Athletic Trainer, the Athletic Trainer will offer comprehensive care for student-athletes in grades 6-12. This position operates in close collaboration with coaches, school nurses, other athletic trainers, physicians, strength and conditioning staff, and athletic administrators.
Requirements
- Current NATABOC certification as a BOC Athletic Trainer.
- Possession of or eligibility for Pennsylvania state licensure.
- Up-to-date credentials in CPR and AED administration.
- An undergraduate degree in Athletic Training (required).
- At least three years of professional experience in an educational or athletic setting.
- Familiarity with digital healthcare record management systems.
- Flexibility to accommodate schedule demands involving evenings, weekends, and team travel.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Manage comprehensive care for athletic illnesses and injuries, encompassing prevention, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and safe return-to-play protocols.
- Provide urgent and first-response medical care at athletic practices and events.
- Design and monitor custom recovery plans tailored to facilitate safe and efficient rehabilitation.
- Coordinate student-athlete care alongside doctors, school nurses, fitness staff, coaches, and parents.
- Log thorough medical documents and injury reports within digital medical records platforms.
- Educate student-athletes on nutrition, hydration, injury mitigation, recovery strategies, and general health.
- Provide full medical coverage by attending scheduled afternoon, evening, and weekend sports events and training sessions.
- Contribute to the creation of guidelines and practices designed to safeguard student-athlete wellbeing.
- Promote a departmental environment focused on resilience, character development, personal growth, and athletic superiority.
- Act as an engaged, visible representative of the campus community, reflecting the foundational values and objectives of Episcopal Academy.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Employer retirement plan match
- Generous paid time off
- Excellent work/life balance
- Access to ongoing professional development
- Complimentary lunch during the school year
- Use of campus facilities, including library and fitness center
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
