Job Description
*Part-time Assistant Athletic Trainer starting November 2025*
*Job Summary:*
The Part-time Assistant Athletic Trainer provides athletic trainer coverage for Winchendon School athletic programs. This position will practice within the parameters of the Athletic Trainers Licensing Law as laid out by the Athletic Trainers of Massachusetts, and the Standards of Practice laid out by the National Athletic Trainers Association.
*Essential Athletic functions:*
* Provide first aid and injury assessment for student/athletes
* Provide rehabilitation services for student/athletes
* Provide care & coverage for on-campus and some off-campus events and practices, as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer
* Apply indicated injury risk reduction methods to students
* Provide respectful communication, within the limits of confidentiality, on student health matters between coaches, parents, and health care providers
* File all necessary reports associated with athletic injuries or incidents
* Assist in supplying each team with appropriate medical equipment
* Performs other related duties as assigned
*Competencies:*
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to use computer-based software.
* Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills as well as a strong customer focus.
* Respect for diversity of identities and experiences, an orientation toward equity and inclusion, and cultural competency in all aspects of School life.
* Organized with attention to detail.
* Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of community groups, including students, parents, staff, faculty, and city/state officials.
* Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize work.
* Ability to analyze emergencies accurately and take prompt action.
* Strict adherence to student/patient confidentiality.
*Work environment:*
* In an office environment.
* In an athletic center setting with exercise equipment, crowds, and noises associated with play of various sports.
* On athletic fields in all seasons and weather.
* Outdoors in all weather conditions known to the New England environment.
*Physical demands:*
* Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
* Remain standing for extended periods of time.
* Ability to administer CPR.
* Ability to go up and down flights of steps.
* Ability to lift, push, and pull heavy objects.
* Ability to stoop, squat, bend, kneel, crouch, and lift.
* Must be able to lift 60 pounds at a time without assistance.
* Ability to traverse various areas of the facility (including unpaved areas, dirt paths, uneven terrain, etc.) to conduct inspections of athletic facilities and reach student athletes on fields.
* Ability to withstand exposure to inclement weather (rain, snow, sleet, freezing temperatures, etc.).
*Travel required:*
* Within the New England region as needed based on schedule of various teams.
*Other duties:*
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
*FLSA Classification*: Exempt
*Reports to*: Head Athletic Trainer
*Schedule*: Generally, Monday through Saturday while school is in session, hours will vary, less than 20 hours per week on average.
*Required education and experience:*
* Bachelor’s degree in athletic training
* Excellent knowledge of human anatomy and physiology
* Excellent knowledge of medical supplies and equipment used by Athletic Trainers
* Working knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to certified athletic training
* Certified Athletic Trainer Certificate from the BOC
* NATA Member
* Current Massachusetts state license
* Current CPR, First Aid and AED certificates
* Clean Driving Record.
The Winchendon School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in the treatment of employees or applicants for employment, with respect to race, color, religion, gender, natioanl origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, ancestry, the handicap of a qualified handicapped person or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.
The School's equal opportunity employment practices extend to recruitment, hiring, selection, compensation, benefits, transfer, promotion, training, discipline, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 18 – 20 per week
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Temporary work, Part time, Work at office, Local area, Saturday,