Athletic Trainer ( Substitute Pool)

Barstow Community College•Barstow, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Barstow Community College is seeking a Substitute Athletic Trainer for its pool. This is a continuous recruitment for part-time, substitute, temporary, or hourly assignments on an as-needed basis. The Athletic Trainer will administer preventive treatment and rehabilitation to athletes, ensure compliance with health and safety standards, and oversee athletic injury protective gear and equipment. Substitute compensation will be based on step 1 of the classified salary schedule.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with course work in physical education, athletic training or a related field and two years athletic training experience.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a National Athletic Trainers Association Certification.
Work authorization established at the time of application submission.

Responsibilities

Provide emergency service for student-athlete injuries sustained during KINA classes, team practices and athletic events; evaluate seriousness of injuries; administer first aid; provide protective taping, bracing and padding for athletes; refer students to a physician as needed.
Devise and recommend ways and means of preventing injuries and provide long term reconditioning programs as necessary.
Coordinate rehabilitation programs for injured students; provide physical therapy treatment for injuries as prescribed by team physicians; coordinate and administer athletic training programs.
Communicate the playing status of injured and recovered athletes to appropriate athletic and college personnel.
Assure compliance with safety standards by properly fitting athletic equipment knee and ankle braces and other related protective gear.
Educate and counsel athletes about their conditions including the nature of injuries and the procedures to be followed for recovery.
Travel with athletic teams as assigned; attend home athletic events; provide protective equipment and perform minor emergency repairs at athletic events as needed.
Maintain accurate and detailed injury and treatment reports of athletes.
Maintain, order and inventory supplies and equipment; monitor the distribution of supplies; prepare related records.
Inspect practice areas and athletic equipment; consult with coaches regarding injury prevention.
Clean and maintain training room and related equipment and supplies; maintain work area in a safe, clean and orderly condition; perform minor maintenance to training equipment; provide for and schedule servicing of equipment as needed.
Operate a variety of athletic and medical equipment including a muscle stimulation unit and ultrasound machine.
Assist coaches in the off-season conditioning of athletes.
Develop and maintain positive and effective working relationships with athletes, coaches and health center personnel.
Prepare budget for athletic first aid, medical supplies and equipment for approval by the Athletic Director.
Facilitate communications between athletes, coaches and parents, the college and the community concerning assessment of health and physical status of athletes.
Review athletic insurance coverage and assist athletes.
Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports including injury and accident reports, rehabilitation logs and insurance claims; maintain and update student files.
Provide work direction and guidance to student assistants as assigned.
Provide clerical duties for athletics as assigned.