ATHLETIC TRAINER
Young World Physical Education, Poteet, TX, United States
ATHLETIC TRAINER
Poteet ISD High School – Poteet, Texas
Job Details
Job ID:
5672936
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Apr 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
To Be Determined
Job Description
Primary Purpose:
Plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of the athletic training program for student athletes. Work under the direction of the team physician to carry out activities in prevention, evaluation, emergency treatment, physical reconditioning, and rehabilitation of injuries.
Qualifications
Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree; valid license from the Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers.
Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to provide injury prevention and rehabilitation services; emergency care; knowledge of therapeutic modalities and ability to apply appropriate treatment; ability to instruct and supervise student athletes and assistants; excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to maintain a CDL.
Experience
Prefer experience as an athletic trainer.
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Illness/Injury Prevention and Treatment
Plan and implement a comprehensive athletic injury and illness prevention program for student athletes.
Attend practice sessions and athletic contests as assigned by the athletic director.
Establish and maintain effective communication with students, parents, medical and paramedical personnel, coaches, and other staff.
Provide physical conditioning training to student athletes.
Fit injured athletes with specialized equipment and oversee its use.
Prepare athletes for games and practices by conducting evaluations and using tape, wraps, splints, braces, and other protective devices as needed.
Respond to emergencies and make quick, independent judgments about how to deal with injuries.
Identify acute injuries and provide first-aid triage, including assessing injuries and determining whether an athlete should seek further medical attention and should discontinue participation in the athletic event.
Establish specific procedures to be carried out by a coach or student trainer in the event of a medical emergency.
Detect and resolve environmental risks to athletes.
Rehabilitation/Reconditioning
Plan and put in place a comprehensive rehabilitation and reconditioning program for injuries and illnesses sustained by student athletes.
Determine therapeutic goals and objectives for individual athletes.
Apply therapeutic modalities and instruct athletes on proper use of exercise equipment.
Evaluate and record rehabilitation progress of athletes; develop criteria for progression and return to practice and competition.
Follow professional, ethical, and legal parameters regarding use of drugs and therapeutic agents for treatment and rehabilitation of injured athletes.
Administration
Coordinate scheduling of athletic physical examinations and screening.
Select, train, and supervise student assistants.
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents including medical, accident, and treatment records as required.
Maintain an inventory of training supplies and equipment; requisition additional supplies as needed.
Other
Follow established safety procedures and techniques.
Report promptly any accident or illness of students to administration.
Other duties assigned by administration.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervise the work of student assistants.
Equipment Used
Exercise equipment and devices including stationary bike, pulleys, weights, whirlpool, paraffin bath, ultrasound equipment, and cold packs.
Working Conditions
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Continual walking and standing; moderate lifting and carrying; stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching. Work outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather) and inside. Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, communicable diseases. Frequent districtwide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Job Categories
Athletics & Activities > Trainer
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
Contact Information
Rudy Valerio, Athletic Director
High School
Phone: 830-742-3521 X1142
Email: rvalerio@poteetisd.org
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Poteet ISD High School – Poteet, Texas
Job Details
Job ID:
5672936
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Apr 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
To Be Determined
Job Description
Primary Purpose:
Plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of the athletic training program for student athletes. Work under the direction of the team physician to carry out activities in prevention, evaluation, emergency treatment, physical reconditioning, and rehabilitation of injuries.
Qualifications
Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree; valid license from the Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers.
Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to provide injury prevention and rehabilitation services; emergency care; knowledge of therapeutic modalities and ability to apply appropriate treatment; ability to instruct and supervise student athletes and assistants; excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to maintain a CDL.
Experience
Prefer experience as an athletic trainer.
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Illness/Injury Prevention and Treatment
Plan and implement a comprehensive athletic injury and illness prevention program for student athletes.
Attend practice sessions and athletic contests as assigned by the athletic director.
Establish and maintain effective communication with students, parents, medical and paramedical personnel, coaches, and other staff.
Provide physical conditioning training to student athletes.
Fit injured athletes with specialized equipment and oversee its use.
Prepare athletes for games and practices by conducting evaluations and using tape, wraps, splints, braces, and other protective devices as needed.
Respond to emergencies and make quick, independent judgments about how to deal with injuries.
Identify acute injuries and provide first-aid triage, including assessing injuries and determining whether an athlete should seek further medical attention and should discontinue participation in the athletic event.
Establish specific procedures to be carried out by a coach or student trainer in the event of a medical emergency.
Detect and resolve environmental risks to athletes.
Rehabilitation/Reconditioning
Plan and put in place a comprehensive rehabilitation and reconditioning program for injuries and illnesses sustained by student athletes.
Determine therapeutic goals and objectives for individual athletes.
Apply therapeutic modalities and instruct athletes on proper use of exercise equipment.
Evaluate and record rehabilitation progress of athletes; develop criteria for progression and return to practice and competition.
Follow professional, ethical, and legal parameters regarding use of drugs and therapeutic agents for treatment and rehabilitation of injured athletes.
Administration
Coordinate scheduling of athletic physical examinations and screening.
Select, train, and supervise student assistants.
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents including medical, accident, and treatment records as required.
Maintain an inventory of training supplies and equipment; requisition additional supplies as needed.
Other
Follow established safety procedures and techniques.
Report promptly any accident or illness of students to administration.
Other duties assigned by administration.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervise the work of student assistants.
Equipment Used
Exercise equipment and devices including stationary bike, pulleys, weights, whirlpool, paraffin bath, ultrasound equipment, and cold packs.
Working Conditions
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Continual walking and standing; moderate lifting and carrying; stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching. Work outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather) and inside. Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, communicable diseases. Frequent districtwide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Job Categories
Athletics & Activities > Trainer
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
Contact Information
Rudy Valerio, Athletic Director
High School
Phone: 830-742-3521 X1142
Email: rvalerio@poteetisd.org
#J-18808-Ljbffr