Substitute Athletic Trainer - Physical, Recreation & Health Education - Modesto Junior College

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Substitute Athletic Trainer - Physical, Recreation & Health Education - Modesto Junior College

Modesto Junior College

Range 40 – $30.19 per hour  Classified Salary Schedule)

Substitute Short Term Athletic Trainers may be called short notice (same day) to fill in any shifts at any YCCD work-site, including MJC-East and MJC-West.

Monday – Friday

Up to 12 months per year (Would include some weekends and evenings)

Appointments are hired at the first step of the range. The second step is paid after the first year of satisfactory service with subsequent steps annually thereafter to a maximum sixth step.

This work assignment is not eligible for District benefits. Workers’ Compensation is a covered benefit.

Under general administrative direction, provide for an effective and efficient program of first aid emergency care, injury prevention, athletic training and rehabilitation for student athletes in intercollegiate sports activities.

This is an advanced working level class for athletic training within the YCCD. Incumbents in this class perform highly complex and specialized level duties associated with athletic training. Incumbents work independently to coordinate the operational needs of District athletic programs.

Receives general administrative direction from the assigned division dean. Incumbents plan and/or determine specific procedures required to meet assigned objectives and solve non-routine problems, referring only unusual matters to the manager. Incumbents in this class do not directly or indirectly lead or supervise other full-time employees.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The knowledge and ability requirements are representative of essential duties. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• First aid and athletic taping; knowledge and ability to work under the direction of the team physician in injury care; modalities used in injury care.
• Principles, techniques and guidelines relative to athletic training at the collegiate level.
• CCCAA guidelines
• Equipment and supplies used in the sports medicine setting
• Recruiting students and expanding the student Athletic Training program.

• Educate student-athletes and athletic training students about various injuries, illnesses, anatomy and physiology of injuries and illnesses.
• Recognize severity of injury and refer athletes to appropriate medical personnel.
• Work with both men and women’s athletic programs; communicate with coaches and staff members; handle equipment and supplies used in the sports medicine setting; must be CPR / AED certified.
• Communicate clearly with students and staff, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the college administration.
• Work independently and make decisions affecting YCCD athletic programs

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in athletic training, physical education, education or closely related field.
• Experience:
  
  Two years of responsible experience in practicing sports medicine, athletic training with student athletes.

• None

• Provide for an effective and efficient program of first aid emergency care, injury prevention, athletic training and rehabilitation for student athletes in intercollegiate sports activities.
• Provide initial evaluation and emergency first aid for athletes requiring such care, including determination of follow-up care.
• Maintain student athletes’ health records; assist with required team pre-season screenings; maintain inventory of equipment and supplies; help prepare orders for athletic training supplies.
• Under the direction of the team physician, design, develop, and supervise conditioning and reconditioning programs for the student athletes.
• Responsible for daily maintenance and operation of the Athletic Treatment Center.
• Responsibl…