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Poinciana High School
High School Athletic Trainer
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What they do
An Athletic Trainer treats injuries and provides training to minimize the risk of injury for athletes and people playing sports. Responds when an athlete is injured on the field. Works for schools or colleges, for professional sports teams, or in physicians' offices.
$50,007 / year median in Florida
+22% projected growth
Job Description
Job Overview Join our dynamic educational community as a High School Athletic Trainer, where you will play a vital role in promoting athlete health, safety, and performance. This paid position offers the opportunity to work closely with student-athletes, coaches, and medical professionals to prevent injuries, provide immediate care, and support recovery processes. Your expertise will ensure that young athletes stay active, healthy, and prepared for success both on and off the field. Bring your energy, passion for sports medicine, and dedication to fostering a safe athletic environment! Duties Assess and treat sports-related injuries using advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and sports medicine principles Develop and implement injury prevention protocols tailored to each sport and athlete's needs Provide immediate first aid and basic life support during athletic events or practices Educate athletes on proper body mechanics, nutrition, hydration, and overall health coaching strategies Maintain accurate records of athlete health status using electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) systems Collaborate with coaches to modify training programs based on athlete condition and recovery progress Conduct routine physical assessments to monitor athlete fitness levels and identify potential risks Skills Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology relevant to sports medicine Proficiency in health coaching techniques to motivate healthy lifestyle choices among students Expertise in implementing injury prevention protocols and managing athlete patient care effectively Knowledge of body mechanics to advise proper movement techniques and reduce injury risk Experience with EMR/EHR systems for accurate documentation of medical information Ability to perform first aid and basic life support confidently in emergency situations Excellent communication skills to educate athletes on nutrition, injury management, and health practices This exciting role is perfect for energetic professionals passionate about youth sports health. If you're committed to making a positive impact on student-athletes' lives through expert care and proactive prevention strategies, we want to hear from you!