Title: Athletic Trainer: Central Management Office

Position Type: Central Management Office (CMO)

Location: Central Management Office Dallas

Description:

Mission Statement:
Uplift's mission is to create and sustain public schools of excellence that empower each student to reach their highest potential in college and the global marketplace and that inspire in students a life-long love of learning, achievement, and service in order to positively change their world.

Equity Vision Statement:
Uplift Education proactively engages scholars, families, and staff members to thrive as their authentic selves and partner in the journey required to identify, address, and correct existing and potential inequities.

Primary Purpose:
The Athletic Trainer will work with medical professionals and coaches to evaluate athletes' condition, establish plans for diet, fitness, and treatment, and track progress towards health and fitness goals. You should be motivated to assist athletes, coaches, and families realize their potential and possess a strong understanding of sports-related injuries and treatments.

To be a successful Athletic Trainer, you should be committed to ensuring athletes accomplish their health and fitness goals and receive the proper training and treatment. You should be caring, knowledgeable, and passionate about the success of your athletes.

Duties/Responsibilities:
Injury Prevention and Assessment:

• Develop and implement training programs to minimize injury risks.
• Evaluate athletes' physical conditions and identify potential vulnerabilities.
• Conduct pre-participation physical screenings.

Injury Treatment and Rehabilitation:

• Provide immediate care for injuries during practices and events.
• Develop and oversee rehabilitation programs tailored to individual needs.
• Assist and monitor injured players as they heal and progress towards recovery.
• Utilize therapeutic techniques such as taping, bracing, and equipment fitting.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Maintain open communication with coaches, family members, athletes, and medical staff regarding health status and progress.
• Educate athletes on proper techniques, nutrition, and wellness strategies.
• Coordinate referrals to physicians or specialists as necessary.

Administrative Duties:

• Document injury reports, treatment plans, and rehabilitation progress.
• Maintain records relating to athlete condition and training and diet.
• Ensure compliance with organizational, state, and national regulations.
• Manage inventory and maintenance of athletic training supplies and equipment.

Education, Experience, and/or Certification(s)

• Education Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• Experience Requirements:
  • Three to five years of experience as an Athletic Trainer in high school, collegiate, professional
  • Strong understanding of sports-related injuries and rehabilitation techniques.
• Special Skills/Certifications:
  • Board of Certification (BOC) certification for Athletic Trainers.
  • State licensure or eligibility for licensure in Texas.
  • Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational and time-management abilities. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Bilingual Skills: Spanish preferred
• Technology: To perform this job successfully, an individual should be competent in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Teams). Ability to use basic office equipment.

Tools/Equipment Used: Exercise equipment and devices including stationary bike, pulleys, weights, whirlpool, paraffin bath, ultrasound equipment, and cold packs; automated external defibrillator (AED) Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Continual walking; moderate reaching
Lifting: Frequently moderate lifting or carrying (15-44 pounds)
Environment: Work outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather) and inside; exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; frequent network wide travel.
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; frequent prolonged and irregular hours

Starting Salary: $65,000

Application Procedure:
Apply online
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Uplift Education is an equal employment opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state or local law.

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