Athletic Trainer
Job Posting for Athletic Trainer at Kern Community College District
Athletic Trainer
Kern Community College District
Salary: $5,408.58 - $7,642.19 Monthly
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: FY22-2300597
Location: Bakersfield, CA
Department: Kinesiology, Health & Athletics
Basic Function
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, administer preventive treatment and rehabilitation to physical education students and athletes engaged in various intercollegiate sports; assure compliance with health and safety standards; oversee the issuance, maintenance and replacement of athletic injury protective gear and equipment for the college athletic program.
Representative Duties
Provide emergency service for student injuries sustained during physical education classes, team practices and athletic events; evaluate seriousness of injuries; administer first aid; provide protective taping, bracing and padding for athletes; refer students to a physician as needed.
Coordinate rehabilitation programs for injured students; provide physical therapy treatment for injuries as prescribed by team physicians; coordinate and administer athletic training programs.
Assure compliance with safety standards by properly fitting athletic equipment knee and ankle braces and other related protective gear.
Educate and counsel athletes about their conditions including the nature of injuries and the procedures to be followed for recovery.
Travel with athletic teams as assigned; attend home athletic events; provide protective equipment and perform emergency repairs at athletic events as needed.
Assist in the selection of athletic equipment, supplies and uniforms; confer with coaches to designate specifications and formulate bid process; research suppliers and make recommendations.
Maintain, order and inventory athletic uniforms, supplies and equipment; monitor the distribution of supplies; prepare related records.
Inspect practice areas and athletic equipment; consult with coaches regarding injury prevention.
Clean and maintain training room and related equipment and supplies; maintain work area in a safe, clean and orderly condition; perform minor maintenance to training equipment; provide for and schedule servicing of equipment as needed.
Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports including injury and accident reports, rehabilitation logs and insurance claims; maintain and update student files.
Operate a variety of athletic and medical equipment including a muscle stimulation unit and ultrasound machine.
Provide work direction and guidance to student assistants as assigned.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor's degree with course work in physical education, athletic training or a related field and two years athletic training experience.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency.Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.Possession of, or ability to obtain, a National Athletic Trainers Association Certification.
Knowledge and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Equipment, materials and supplies of a college athletic and physical education program.Medical terminology and human anatomy.First aid and CPR.Injury evaluation and proper treatments.Modern practices and techniques of preventive and rehabilitative treatment used in athletics.Principles, methods and techniques of physical therapy.Methods and techniques of properly fitting athletic equipment.Record-keeping and report writing techniques.Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.Health and safety regulations.Oral and written communication skills.Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
ABILITY TO:
Administer preventive and rehabilitative treatment to physical education students and athletes.Evaluate and treat a variety of athletic and physical education injuries.Administer first aid and CPR.Perform physical therapy as directed.Apply and fit protective taping, padding, braces and related equipment.Maintain and repair athletic protective equipment.Recognize unsafe conditions which may be potentially dangerous to an athlete.Maintain records and prepare reports related to assigned activities.Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.Operate a variety of athletic and medical equipment.Travel to athletic events as assigned.Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.Work effectively under time constraints.
SALARY RANGE$5,408.58 - $7642.19 monthlyMaximum Entry Level Salary: $5,682.40 monthly
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONSFirst Review of Applications: Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled; but those received by November 28, 2023 are assured consideration. The College reserves the right to extend time limits or reinitiate the recruitment/selection process at any point. Completed application packet must include:
- Completed Online Application for Employment form
- Current resume
- Letter of interest (Cover Letter)
- Copy of legible transcripts, if applicable
- List of five (5) professional references - Listed on application form
Foreign Degree: Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC. (ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your on-line application.
Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements.
Note: The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.
The District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization should be established at the time of application submission.
All applicants must apply online at . Emails will not be accepted.
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