Job Information
Newark Central School District Athletic Trainer in Newark, New York
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITES (Illustrative Only)
Renders first aide, including CPR, cleaning and bandaging of wounds, applying heat or cold to prompt healing
Attends athletic events, requires a flexible work schedule, evenings, weekends, as needed
Collaborates and communicates with the school physician/organization regarding health care and recommended treatment/rehabilitation of all athletic injuries
Oversees the management of and ordering of supplies and equipment
Maintains and administers prescribed rehabilitation and treatment
Provides instruction to coaches and athletes regarding prevention of athletic injuries
Administers preventative taping, bandaging, and wrapping
Assists in the coordination of medical examinations for student athletes
Maintains fully supplied first aid kits for all teams
Advises Director of Health, Physical Education and Athletics as to the safety condition of athletic equipment and facilities
Maintains up to date records of injuries, treatment, referrals and other related data regarding athletics
Assists coaches with condition, weight training and injury prevention programs
Applies, fits, and adjusts protective equipment and instructs coaches and athletes as to the methods of the same
Recommends to student athletes how to relieve soreness, strains, bruises
Prepares student accident reports
All other duties as assigned by supervisor
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS :
Thorough knowledge of sports medicine; thorough knowledge of Advance First Aid; good knowledge of the operation and maintenance of health care equipment used; skill in the application of athletic health care techniques; ability to evaluate, plan and coordinate the appropriate care of injured athletes; ability to communicate effectively with others; ability to motivate and encourage the injured athletes during reconditioning; ability to get along with others; ability to keep accurate records and prepare reports as necessary; ability to respond positively to distressing human situations; willingness to be exposed to disagreeable conditions such as offensive sights, odors, blood, etc.; good judgement; dependability; courtesy; tact; physical condition commensurate with the demands of position.
Job Qualifications
12-month Competitive Civil Service position
Candidate must be eligible on the current Wayne County Civil Service list or meet eligibility requirements of the exam
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
-Prior experience working with High School Athletic Programs
-Possession of an Athletic Trainer certification in accordance with New York State Education Law Title 8 Article 162 at time of appointment and for the duration of employment
-Current certification from National Athletic Trainers Association
-Passing score on appropriate National Licensing Exam
-Current CPR and AED certifications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
-Prior experience as an Athletic Trainer
-CPR Trainer Certification; AED Trainer Certification; First Aid Trainer Certification; Aquatics Trainer Certification
-Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Position Start Date:01/23/2025
Civil Service Title: Athletic Trainer