Athletic Trainer

Athletic Trainer

Location: Gloucester, VA
Pay: Starting at $45/hour
Schedule: Full-Time | Full School Year

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified Athletic Trainer to provide injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation services for high school student-athletes. The Athletic Trainer will work closely with coaches, school administrators, families, and healthcare providers to promote student-athlete safety and support a safe return to play.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate athletic injuries and illnesses and provide appropriate first aid and immediate care.
• Develop and implement injury prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation programs.
• Provide taping, wrapping, bracing, and other appropriate athletic training services.
• Monitor athletes’ recovery and coordinate referrals to physicians when needed.
• Support return-to-play decisions in accordance with medical guidance and applicable protocols.
• Attend assigned athletic practices, games, and sporting events.
• Maintain accurate and confidential injury records, treatment notes, and required documentation.
• Educate athletes and coaches on injury prevention, equipment safety, and proper conditioning.
• Coordinate with the athletic director, school staff, families, and medical professionals.
• Maintain athletic training equipment and supplies and follow school and state safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or a related field; specific requirements depend on the school division.
• Current Board of Certification (BOC) credential.
• Appropriate Virginia athletic trainer licensure or certification through the Virginia Board of Medicine.
• Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and scheduled athletic events.
• A Virginia teaching license with a Sports Medicine endorsement may be required for positions that include classroom instruction.

Interested?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume to Anna Owen at [email protected].