What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer position at Poughkeepsie City School District?
Position Type:
Athletics/Activities/Athletic Trainer
Date Posted:
7/16/2024
Location:
Poughkeepsie City School District
Date Available:
TBD
Closing Date:
08/31/2024
BOARD OF EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
18 SOUTH PERRY STREET
POUGHKEEPSIE, NEW YORK 12601
RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #: 24-25-11 ♦ ATHLETIC TRAINER ♦ JULY 2024 ♦ POUGHKEEPSIE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
NOTICE OF POSITION
POSITION:
The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Eric Jay Rosser, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:
ATHLETIC TRAINER
POUGHKEEPSIE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
QUALIFICATIONS:
Possession of valid New York State licensure as a certified athletic trainer in accordance with Article 162 of the New York State Education Law.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The Poughkeepsie City School District (PCSD) is committed to providing students and parents with pathways to opportunity that will lead to achievement and success. Through student-centered effective and transformational leadership, school and community engagement, and an unrelenting pursuit to achieve greater school outcomes for children, the Poughkeepsie City Schools is focused on developing and growing greater access, equity, opportunity, and quality across PCSD.
The Athletic Trainer provides for the care, prevention and treatment of athletic injuries and/or improves physical fitness of athletes for participation in various sports programs. Under the general supervision of a licensed physician and the District Athletic Director, incumbents of this position are responsible for the care and prevention and treatment of athletic injuries involving student athletes. In accordance with Section 8532 if New York State Education Law, the practice of the profession of athletic training is defined as the application of principles, methods and procedures for managing athletic injuries, which shall include the preconditioning, conditioning, and reconditioning of an individual who has suffered an athletic injury through the use of appropriate preventative and supportive devices, under the supervision of a physician and recognizing illnesses and referring to the appropriate medical professional with implementation of treatment pursuant to physician's orders. Athletic training includes instructions to coaches, athletes, parents, medical personnel and communities in the area of care and prevention of athletic injuries. Incumbents exercise independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work. Supervision may be exercised over paid or volunteer student assistants.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
Typical work activities for incumbent in this title include those listed below in addition to those work activities performed by dispatch staff. They are indicative of the level and types of activities performed by an incumbent in this title. They are not meant to be all inclusive and do not preclude a supervisor from assigning activities not listed which could be reasonably expected to be performed by an employee in this title.
Thorough knowledge of modern principles and practices of sports medicine; thorough knowledge of Advanced First Aid, CPR, and emergency management procedures; good knowledge of Federal, State and local laws, rules and regulations related to athletic training; good knowledge of the operation and maintenance of the equipment utilized in an athletic training setting; working knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; ability to interview student athletes and obtain necessary information; ability to motivate and encourage the injured athlete during reconditioning; ability to evaluate, plan, and coordinate the appropriate care of injured athletes; ability to use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software; ability to keep accurate records and prepare reports, as necessary; ability to plan and supervise the work of others; ability to get along well with others; accuracy; dependability; good judgment; physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position.
APPOINTMENT:
Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, certifications, credentials and evaluation of service. Personal interviews shall be conducted where appropriate.
SALARY:
$65,000-$68,000
FINAL DATE TO APPLY:
August 30, 2024
TO APPLY:
Please visit https://www.applitrack.com/poughkeepsieschools/onlineapp/ to fill out an online application. *Please refer to Job ID: 912*
The Poughkeepsie City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, age, or marital status; nor does it apply any other arbitrary measure which would tend to deprive persons of their constitutional rights.
Athletics/Activities/Athletic Trainer
Date Posted:
7/16/2024
Location:
Poughkeepsie City School District
Date Available:
TBD
Closing Date:
08/31/2024
BOARD OF EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
18 SOUTH PERRY STREET
POUGHKEEPSIE, NEW YORK 12601
RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #: 24-25-11 ♦ ATHLETIC TRAINER ♦ JULY 2024 ♦ POUGHKEEPSIE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
NOTICE OF POSITION
POSITION:
The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Eric Jay Rosser, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:
ATHLETIC TRAINER
POUGHKEEPSIE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
QUALIFICATIONS:
Possession of valid New York State licensure as a certified athletic trainer in accordance with Article 162 of the New York State Education Law.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Appointing authority may require possession of a valid Driver License to operate a motor vehicle in New York State at time of application to maintain the position;
- Appointing authority may require possession of valid Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) certification at time of appointment and to maintain position.
The Poughkeepsie City School District (PCSD) is committed to providing students and parents with pathways to opportunity that will lead to achievement and success. Through student-centered effective and transformational leadership, school and community engagement, and an unrelenting pursuit to achieve greater school outcomes for children, the Poughkeepsie City Schools is focused on developing and growing greater access, equity, opportunity, and quality across PCSD.
The Athletic Trainer provides for the care, prevention and treatment of athletic injuries and/or improves physical fitness of athletes for participation in various sports programs. Under the general supervision of a licensed physician and the District Athletic Director, incumbents of this position are responsible for the care and prevention and treatment of athletic injuries involving student athletes. In accordance with Section 8532 if New York State Education Law, the practice of the profession of athletic training is defined as the application of principles, methods and procedures for managing athletic injuries, which shall include the preconditioning, conditioning, and reconditioning of an individual who has suffered an athletic injury through the use of appropriate preventative and supportive devices, under the supervision of a physician and recognizing illnesses and referring to the appropriate medical professional with implementation of treatment pursuant to physician's orders. Athletic training includes instructions to coaches, athletes, parents, medical personnel and communities in the area of care and prevention of athletic injuries. Incumbents exercise independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work. Supervision may be exercised over paid or volunteer student assistants.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
Typical work activities for incumbent in this title include those listed below in addition to those work activities performed by dispatch staff. They are indicative of the level and types of activities performed by an incumbent in this title. They are not meant to be all inclusive and do not preclude a supervisor from assigning activities not listed which could be reasonably expected to be performed by an employee in this title.
- Provides first aid, CPR, and coordinates emergency transportation, as necessary;
- Conducts initial evaluation following an injury and makes a decision regarding management of the injury;
- Establishes and implements a program for the purpose of minimizing injuries which includes conditioning programs, judicious equipment selection, athletic activity safety checks and determination of physical fitness for participation in intended activities;
- Provides student athletes, parents, coaches and school staff with information regarding sound health habits and injury care and prevention practices;
- Maintains an inventory and determines the need for athletic training supplies, equipment and maintenance services;
- Establishes and maintains detailed records on student athletes including sports physicals, incident report forms and prepares reports, as required;
- Informs coaches as to whether an injured athlete may resume participation in athletic activities;
- Determines if student athletes need joint or muscular support and performs the taping of ankles, wrists, fingers or wrapping muscles such as hamstrings, quadriceps, etc., to enable student athletes return to functional athletic performance;
- Establish communication with school nurse(s) and the school's Chief Medical Officer regarding medical conditions, injuries and involvement in the Return to Play Protocol for the Concussions for students;
- Keeps records of equipment utilization and condition and periodically inventories equipment.
Thorough knowledge of modern principles and practices of sports medicine; thorough knowledge of Advanced First Aid, CPR, and emergency management procedures; good knowledge of Federal, State and local laws, rules and regulations related to athletic training; good knowledge of the operation and maintenance of the equipment utilized in an athletic training setting; working knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; ability to interview student athletes and obtain necessary information; ability to motivate and encourage the injured athlete during reconditioning; ability to evaluate, plan, and coordinate the appropriate care of injured athletes; ability to use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software; ability to keep accurate records and prepare reports, as necessary; ability to plan and supervise the work of others; ability to get along well with others; accuracy; dependability; good judgment; physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position.
APPOINTMENT:
Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, certifications, credentials and evaluation of service. Personal interviews shall be conducted where appropriate.
SALARY:
$65,000-$68,000
FINAL DATE TO APPLY:
August 30, 2024
TO APPLY:
Please visit https://www.applitrack.com/poughkeepsieschools/onlineapp/ to fill out an online application. *Please refer to Job ID: 912*
The Poughkeepsie City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, age, or marital status; nor does it apply any other arbitrary measure which would tend to deprive persons of their constitutional rights.
Salary : $65,000 - $68,000
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