Sub Athletic Trainer

Wichita Public Schools•Wichita, KS

69d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing athletic training services to student-athletes and/or patients. The role requires knowledge of injuries, illnesses, and disabilities, as well as competency in assessment, treatment strategies, and intervention programs. The Athletic Trainer will provide daily patient care, service during assigned practice and event times, and manage injury reporting and tracking. Additional duties may be assigned by the supervisor. The position may require the use of SMART boards and iPads, along with basic office equipment. Travel within and out of the district may be necessary.

Requirements

Ability to communicate both verbally and written in order to communicate with others inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining information.
Basic computer proficiency and the ability to effectively use Microsoft Word and Outlook which will be determined and validated by testing.
Use of good judgment to make decisions on recurring assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively with a supervisor when their discretion is needed.
Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance.
Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them.
Bachelor's degree in sports medicine related field from four year college or university.
Current Licensure with Kansas State board of Healing Arts.

Nice To Haves

Ability to use SMART boards and iPads in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine.
Must always comply with USD 259's guidelines for equipment use.
In and out of district travel may be required.

Responsibilities

Regular and reliable attendance is essential when assigned.
Demonstrates knowledge of injury, illness or disability of student-athlete and/or patient population served and clinical competency and performance in the assessment, treatment strategies and intervention programs; equipment/modalities used in treatment; and documentation according to departmental standards.
Demonstrates adequate communication skills, both verbal and written.
Demonstrates appropriate interpersonal skills with patients, family, staff and others.
Demonstrates and promotes being a good team member as displayed by flexibility, willingness to assist different departmental service areas showing respect and cooperation with all departments and individuals.
Provides professional education to students, staff and the public.
Demonstrates commitment and support of the school district and athletic department mission and core values.
Provides student-athlete and/or patient care daily: productivity standards to be set per clinical area.
Service during assigned practice times, 3:00 - 6:00 weekdays.
Service during assigned pre-season football practices.
Service during assigned "home" events.
Service at assigned football games, home and away.
Reporting of injuries.
Tracking injuries (diagnosis, treatment, return to play).
Teaching CPR and First Aid as assigned.
Service during post-season events hosted at district schools as assigned.
Additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.