Head Athletic Trainer - Higher Ed. jobs in Pembroke Pines, FL

Cardinal Gibbons High School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida has an opening for a qualified Athletic Trainer & Teacher for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. The candidate performs all duties and responsibilities in alignment with the mission, vision, and values of the Catholic Archdiocese of Miami.

Functions and Responsibilities include:

• Maintains a detailed inventory of all athletic training supplies and equipment and assists in the ordering process.
• Maintains and assists in the development of emergency action plans for all practice and competition venues in accordance with school risk management guidelines and state regulations.
• Follows all department guidelines, policies, and procedures in accordance with national/international best practices and consensus statements.
• Maintains student-athlete insurance information via EMR.
• Compiles team rosters and completes athlete eligibility checks (SWAY) for each season.
• Assists in the coordination of physical examinations and screenings when applicable.
• Communicates with Head AT, physicians, and coaching staff regarding the injury status of athletes.
• Assists in appropriate physician referrals and appointments.
• Assists the institution in hosting athletic events.
• Assists the Athletic Director and coaching staff in determining whether the athletic facility is in optimal and safe condition.
• Helps monitor weather conditions and dangerous environments (humidity/lightning).
• Adheres to conference guidelines, including visiting team accommodations and services.
• Responsible for implementation and rehearsal of best practices for health and safety.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations set forth by the league and conference should be maintained, reviewed and practiced to ensure compliance relative to applicable duties.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training from a CAATE accredited college or university (required).
• Master's degree in Athletic Training from a CAATE accredited college or university (preferred).
• BOC certified and possess state athletic training licensure, certification, or registration; NPI number required.
• Three (3) years or more of experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of existing system, state athletic regulations, and understanding of the proper administrative chain of command.
• Thorough knowledge of the fundamental philosophy, skills, and techniques associated with the athletic training program.
• Thorough knowledge of state and federal requirements regarding physical examinations, parental consent, and eligibility for athletic participation.
• Thorough knowledge of training rules and any other unique regulations pertaining to the various sports in which athletes are engaged.
• Thorough knowledge of guidance and safeguards in place for the safety of athletes to address medical injuries and emergencies.
• Thorough knowledge of the process for initiating policies and procedures applicable to the athletic training program.
• Thorough knowledge of concussion management and current trends.
• Thorough knowledge of first aid applications.
• Comprehensive knowledge of proper training room supplies within a safety context.
• Comprehensive knowledge of sports medicine, local medical facilities, and when student athletes should be referred based on injuries and/or medical conditions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of student athletic/medical file management including but not limited to physicals, injury reports, treatment logs, etc.
• Comprehensive knowledge of FERPA and HIPAA rules and regulations.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks.
• Excellent presentation skills with the use of instructional technology, including iPads, in the classroom.
• Excellent oral and written English-language communication skills, including a clear speaking voice.
• Excellent classroom management skills and have demonstrated ability to engage students.
• Software proficiency in Microsoft, Zoom, Notability, and iPad.
• Ability to perform physical requirements aligned with duties of the job, including medium strength to position patients, lift and move 50 pounds minimum, and work with outside weather conditions.
• Supportive and respectful of the mission and tenets of the Roman Catholic Church; experience in the Roman Catholic environment preferred.
• Exemplify professionalism in behavior and performance.

To apply: Send cover letter, resume, references, and copy of certification to employment@cghsfl.org.

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