Substitute Athletic Trainer

Overview: Position Type Temporary Job Shift Any Education Level 4 Year Degree Travel Percentage Negligible Category EducationDescriptionPOSITION SUMMARYThe Substitute Athletic Trainer provides Athletic Training Services on a substitute basis to student-athletes, working under the direction of the Head Athletic Trainer, team physician, or by written referral from a physician. Working by athletic training practices, the Substitute Athletic Trainer provides training services including the management and provision of care of injuries to a physically active person as defined by NATA

Reports to: Head of Sports MedicineSupervisory duties: NoneESSENTIAL DUTIESAssists with the medical and injury-related needs of student-athletesEvaluates athletic-related injuries and determine appropriate subsequent care or referralImplements a medical emergency action plan in event of a medical emergencyDocuments injuries, treatments, and rehabilitationMaintains medical recordsAssists with pre and post-practice and event preparation of student-athletes and sport venueCommunicates with Orange Lutheran AT staff via phone, text, or email about any injuries sustained by OLHS athletes while providing coverageCommunicate to coaches and/or administrators any athlete misconduct or actions that do not reflect the mission of the schoolMaintains medical confidentiality per HIPAA requirementsADDITIONAL DUTIESAdditional duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer or Athletics DirectorAssists other school staff membersQUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications and competencies listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the positionEducationBachelor's Degree in Athletic Training from a four-year university. Masters degree preferredExperienceMinimum one year of experience, preferably in a secondary or collegiate setting, or any satisfactory combination of education, experience, and training that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties listed, or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the positionLICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND CLEARANCESValid California Drivers LicenseValid CPR, TB, and First Aid certificationsMinistry Safe ClearanceMust be in good standing with NATABOC and maintain First Aid/CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certificationKnowledgeKnowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive healthcare measuresKnowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and career counseling and guidanceKnowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effectsSkills and AbilitiesStrong interpersonal skillsEffective active listening and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated ability to multitaskExperienced in working in high-pressure environmentsExperienced in working with diverse populationsAbility to work in cross-functional teamsAbility to take complex issues and communicate them to non-medical individualsStrong critical thinking and problem-solving skillsAbility to maintain confidential informationAbility to work after hours, on weekends, and on some holidaysAbility to handle high-stress/crisesPersonal CharacteristicsFull support of our core values and the mission of helping students internalize the gospel message of salvation in Christ JesusSupportive of the Statement of Beliefs of Orange Lutheran High SchoolPhysical RequirementsWhile performing the duties, the employee is frequently required to sit or stand for long periodsThis position requires the ability to walk for long distances (large venue sites), occasionally run for shorter distances (getting quickly to the site of an injured athlete), and frequent bending and twistingDuties will involve moving materials/objects up to 20 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, as well as assisting an injured athleteManual dexterity and coordination using one or both hands are required over 50% of the work period while operating equipment such as computer keyboard, mouse, calculator, and similar machinesVision abilities include near and far vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focusWork EnvironmentThe typical working environment takes place in both a climate-controlled indoor school environment and an outdoor environment with exposure to varying weather conditions A busy work environment with numerous interruptionsWork hours may vary to fulfill the responsibilities of the position and/or team schedulesExposure to possibly disagreeable conditions due to outdoor weather extremesThe typical noise level is moderate, but may occasionally be loudThis job description intends to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of positions given this title and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments to address the needs of the school and changing business practices. Specific job-related duties assigned by hiring departments shall be consistent with the representative essential functions listed above and shall not be construed as expanding a particular position's role, scope, and FLSA status, or grade.