Xavier College Preparatory
General Description
Under the supervision of the Principal, Vice Principal and Athletic Director, athletic trainers provide management and care of injuries to students with the direction of a licensed physician. They provide the prevention, examination, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of emergent, acute or chronic injuries and medical conditions. They provide mechanical stimulation, heat, cold, light, air, water, electricity, sound, massage and the use of therapeutic exercises, reconditioning exercise and fitness programs. Athletic trainers also perform other job‑related duties required or assigned in accordance with all applicable policies of the Diocese of Phoenix.
Specific Areas of Responsibility
Provides athletic training services to student‑athletes in accordance with the Arizona athletic training practice act.
Participates in continuing education sufficient to maintain the professional state license and national certification.
Maintains appropriate general treatment orders to be reviewed annually.
Provides medical and athletic training services, in coordination with any other campus athletic trainer(s), for home athletic contests and away state playoff games as feasible. If a conflict arises between an away varsity state playoff game and a home varsity contest, the home event will supersede.
Attends and supervises, as feasible, the practices of sanctioned school sports teams to provide medical and athletic training services, in coordination with other athletic trainer(s).
Works closely with the volunteer team physician; the AT should consult with the team physician on specific injury cases, refer athletes to the team physician as indicated and follow the team physician’s advice on individual injury management.
Develops and implements comprehensive Emergency Action Plans (EAP) for all venues and sports.
Administers baseline concussion screenings and assessments for athletes in contact sports and interprets the results of these tests in conjunction with concussion care and return‑to‑play decisions.
Acts as medical liaison between family physicians and specialists, the athletics office, Diocese of Phoenix, athletes and their parents.
Maintains accurate records of athlete care.
Develops and maintains a budget for the athletic training supplies and equipment.
Advises on the selection, fit, function and maintenance of protective athletic equipment.
Provides the coaches with information regarding ability to play and/or practice modifications to ensure athlete’s safe return to play.
Counsels and educates athletes and coaches on any area of injury management, nutrition, substance abuse, fitness, conditioning, or other topics related to athletic training.
Meets with the parents prior to the season to explain health and safety policies, procedures and requirements.
Communicates with athletes’ parents regarding injury status and recommendations for treatment and referral.
Assists the athletic director as requested in the overall management of anything health and safety related.
The AT’s primary function will be to provide comprehensive athletic training services.
Works in cooperation with the other athletic trainers of the high school and performs related administrative duties and work as required by the Athletic Director and/or Head AT.
Interacts and communicates both verbally and in writing with all levels of staff, physicians, patients and families in an effective manner exhibiting tact, enthusiasm and patience.
Performs other job‑related duties as required or assigned.
Position Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Job Description
Fingerprint Clearance
Proof of Vaccinations
Must have signed Called to Protect, Code of Ethics, Communication Technology, and Photographic Release
NATA and AzATA certification
CPR/First Aid Certified Trainer
Master’s degree in athletic training or related field
Certified athletic trainer by the BOC and in good standing
Arizona State Board of Athletic Training licensed athletic trainer or eligible
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Other
Industries
Education Administration Programs
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Specific Areas of Responsibility
Provides athletic training services to student‑athletes in accordance with the Arizona athletic training practice act.
Participates in continuing education sufficient to maintain the professional state license and national certification.
Maintains appropriate general treatment orders to be reviewed annually.
Provides medical and athletic training services, in coordination with any other campus athletic trainer(s), for home athletic contests and away state playoff games as feasible. If a conflict arises between an away varsity state playoff game and a home varsity contest, the home event will supersede.
Attends and supervises, as feasible, the practices of sanctioned school sports teams to provide medical and athletic training services, in coordination with other athletic trainer(s).
Works closely with the volunteer team physician; the AT should consult with the team physician on specific injury cases, refer athletes to the team physician as indicated and follow the team physician’s advice on individual injury management.
Develops and implements comprehensive Emergency Action Plans (EAP) for all venues and sports.
Administers baseline concussion screenings and assessments for athletes in contact sports and interprets the results of these tests in conjunction with concussion care and return‑to‑play decisions.
Acts as medical liaison between family physicians and specialists, the athletics office, Diocese of Phoenix, athletes and their parents.
Maintains accurate records of athlete care.
Develops and maintains a budget for the athletic training supplies and equipment.
Advises on the selection, fit, function and maintenance of protective athletic equipment.
Provides the coaches with information regarding ability to play and/or practice modifications to ensure athlete’s safe return to play.
Counsels and educates athletes and coaches on any area of injury management, nutrition, substance abuse, fitness, conditioning, or other topics related to athletic training.
Meets with the parents prior to the season to explain health and safety policies, procedures and requirements.
Communicates with athletes’ parents regarding injury status and recommendations for treatment and referral.
Assists the athletic director as requested in the overall management of anything health and safety related.
The AT’s primary function will be to provide comprehensive athletic training services.
Works in cooperation with the other athletic trainers of the high school and performs related administrative duties and work as required by the Athletic Director and/or Head AT.
Interacts and communicates both verbally and in writing with all levels of staff, physicians, patients and families in an effective manner exhibiting tact, enthusiasm and patience.
Performs other job‑related duties as required or assigned.
Position Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Job Description
Fingerprint Clearance
Proof of Vaccinations
Must have signed Called to Protect, Code of Ethics, Communication Technology, and Photographic Release
NATA and AzATA certification
CPR/First Aid Certified Trainer
Master’s degree in athletic training or related field
Certified athletic trainer by the BOC and in good standing
Arizona State Board of Athletic Training licensed athletic trainer or eligible
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Other
Industries
Education Administration Programs
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