NOTICE OF POSITION OPENING

For the 2008-09 Year

Opening Date:  June 24, 2008

Closing Date:  Open until filled 

ATHLETIC TRAINER

SQUALICUM HIGH SCHOOL

Job #2008-553

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• NATA/BOC (National Athletic Trainers Assoc., Board of Cert.) certification or training in preparation for such certification (or appropriate substitute education and experience)

• Current first aid/CPR card
• Teaching certificate desirable
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

RESPONSIBILITES:

• Work cooperatively with coaches in setting up and carrying out a conditioning program for athletes.
• Administer first aid to injured athletes; obtain ambulances when necessary.
• Apply protective or injury-preventative devices, such as tape, bandages, or braces.
• Advise about equipment purchases.
• Supervise fitting of protective equipment.
• Work cooperatively with and under the direction of the physician about the following:
1. Reconditioning procedures
2. Operation of therapeutic devices and equipment
3. Fitting of braces, guards, and other devices
4. Referrals to the physician, health services, or hospital
5. Assisting with physical examinations and physical fitness screening

• Direct daily training room operations, including the following:
1. Exercise rehabilitation and therapy programs
2. Recordkeeping
3. Requisitioning and storage of supplies
4. Inventory and budget allocation
• Provide training coverage of athletic events, both home and away.
• Supervise and instruct assistant and student athletic trainers.

• Counsel and advise athletes and coaches about matters pertaining to health.
• Act as a clinical supervisor for students working toward NATA certification.
• Conduct athletic training clinics and workshops periodically for students and staff.
• Perform other related tasks and responsibilities as designated by the building principal.

APPLICATION MATERIALS REQUIRED:

• Bellingham School District classified application
• Coaching/Extracurricular Activities Insert
• Letter of interest
• Résumé relative to the qualifications and responsibilities listed above
• Washington State Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Release forms

PLEASE NOTE:

• Employment subject to acceptable outcome of criminal history records check, favorable information received from previous school district employers per RCW 28A.400.301, and approval by the Board of Directors.
• Cost of fingerprinting to be borne by the prospective employee.