Athletic Trainer
Location: Granville Health System, Oxford NC
About Granville Health System:
For over a century, Granville Health System has been at the forefront of quality healthcare. To cater to the evolving needs of its community, Granville Health System has extended its services throughout Granville County, ensuring convenient medical care access for its residents. The Granville Health System main campus can be found at 1010 College Street, Oxford, North Carolina. For more details, visit GHS online at www.ghsHospital.org.
About Oxford, NC
Oxford, NC is a charming and welcoming community that offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and modern convenience, making it an ideal place to live and work. Located just about 30 miles north of Durham and 40 miles from Raleigh. The region enjoys a mild, four-season climate with warm summers, crisp autumns, blooming springs, and gentle winters - perfect for enjoying the area's outdoor activities year-round. With a thriving local economy, excellent healthcare facilities, and a strong sense of community, its historic downtown, scenic parks, and proximity to the Research Triangle ensure a balanced lifestyle with both professional and personal fulfillment.
Position Overview:
The athletic trainer will practice said profession within the parameters of the North Carolina Athletic Trainers Licensing Law as laid out by the North Carolina Board of Athletic Trainer Examiners, and will follow both the Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics as set forth by the National Athletic Trainers Association. These duties are based on the needs of Granville County and its athletic programs as well as Granville Health System. The athletic trainer’s duties, enumerated in this document, should not be considered all inclusive. The Rehab Clinical Manager in coordination with the High School Athletic Director, as necessary, shall modify duties. The athletic trainer will be present at home athletic contests and practices and shall attend other post-season and home-hosted contests as coordinated by the Rehab Clinical Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
- Establish an effective athletic training program for Granville County high school athletics.
- Provide 1st aid and injury assessment/treatment/rehabilitation/reconditioning for Granville County student-athletes. The athletic trainer will also be responsible for making appropriate physician referral.
- Provide coverage at home events and practices from the beginning of the fall sport season to the conclusion of the spring season.
- Coordinate the annual required athletic physicals and supervise the clearance of injured athletes prior to and during the sport seasons.
- Maintain a line of communication with the Medical Director regarding athletic health care and recommended treatment/rehabilitation for all athletic injuries to appropriate facilities.
- Assist coaching staff in evaluating and implementing sport specific conditioning programs and methods and maintain an effective and efficient athletic training room.
- Maintain communication with parents on the care & treatment of their student-athlete.
- File all necessary reports associated with athletic injuries and/or incidents and maintain a daily treatment log.
- Oversee the ordering of supplies and equipment pertaining to the athletic training room and maintain an up-to-date inventory.
- Equip each team with appropriate medical equipment and assist in the selection and fitting of protective equipment, including special taping, pads or braces.
- Create a safe playing environment by monitoring and controlling environmental risks
- Share professional literature relative to athletic training with the school’s coaching staff.
- Performs all other duties as assigned by management
Qualifications
Maintain current certification and continuing education requirements as set forth by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification
Maintain current state licensure in accordance with the North Carolina Board of Athletic Trainer Examiners
Maintain current certification in CPR/Emergency Cardiac Care.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Job related experience within a middle school / high school setting
Apply Today:
If you're a dedicated professional looking for a position with a focus on work-life balance and the opportunity to make a difference, we encourage you to apply for this position with Granville Health System.