Souhegan High School | SAU 39

Souhegan High School is seeking a knowledgeable, responsive, and student-centered Athletic Trainer to support the health, safety, and well-being of our student-athletes across all athletic programs.

This role is essential to ensuring that student-athletes are able to participate safely and confidently in athletics. The Athletic Trainer works in close partnership with the Athletic Director, coaches, families, and medical providers to prevent, evaluate, and treat injuries while maintaining a comprehensive and well-run athletic training program.

Why This Role

This position plays a critical role in supporting student-athletes both on and off the field. It is an opportunity to contribute to a strong and supportive athletic program by ensuring that care, communication, and safety practices are consistent, responsive, and aligned across all teams.

JOB DESCRIPTION 

Position: Athletic Trainer

Contract Period: School Year + Prep Time  (195 day)

Reports To: Athletic Director 

Position Goal: The Athletic Trainer supports the health, safety, and overall well-being of student-athletes at Souhegan High School by providing injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation services. This role collaborates closely with coaches, families, and school personnel to ensure safe participation and a positive athletic experience while maintaining a comprehensive and compliant athletic training program.

Qualifications, Experience & Required Skills

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university (Master's Degree preferred)
• Board of Certification (BOC) certification
• Current state licensure in accordance with the State of New Hampshire Athletic Trainers Governing Board
• Current CPR/Emergency Cardiac Care certification
• Knowledge of athletic training practices, injury prevention, and rehabilitation
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, NHIAA guidelines, and safety regulations
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions in high-pressure or time-sensitive situations
• Ability to collaborate effectively with coaches, school nurses, administrators, and outside medical providers
• Maintains high levels of professionalism

Evaluation: Performance of position responsibilities will be evaluated annually in accordance with the approved administrative procedure for staff evaluation. 

Other Considerations and Requirements: 

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Core Responsibilities:

Student Health & Injury Management

• Provide prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries
• Develop, implement, and modify rehabilitation programs to support return to pre-injury status
• Evaluate acute and chronic injuries and refer athletes to appropriate medical professionals when necessary
• Make and support return-to-play decisions in alignment with best practices and established protocols
• Provide emergency care, first aid, and triage, ensuring readiness of equipment and procedures

Injury Prevention & Education

• Assist coaches with the design and implementation of injury prevention programs
• Educate athletes on injury prevention, conditioning, nutrition, and safe practices
• Identify and address risk factors that may impact athlete safety and performance
• Provide taping, bracing, and other preventative supports

Communication & Collaboration

• Serve as a primary point of communication between athletes, families, coaches, school personnel, and medical providers
• Maintain consistent and clear communication regarding injuries, treatment plans, and return-to-play status
• Collaborate with coaches, the Athletic Director, and school staff to support student-athlete well-being

Program Management & Compliance

• Establish and maintain a comprehensive athletic training program for all sports
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including injury reports, treatment logs, rehabilitation progress, referrals, and required documentation
• Ensure compliance with school policies, NHIAA regulations, and applicable laws
• Administer ImPact testing and coordinate with appropriate medical professionals on concussion protocols
• Coordinate and support required athletic physicals

Operations & Equipment

• Oversee ordering, inventory, and maintenance of athletic training supplies and equipment
• Provide the Athletic Director with an annual budget for supplies and equipment
• Ensure teams are equipped with appropriate medical supplies for practices and competitions
• Support equipment and uniform inventory processes between seasons as needed

Event & Practice Coverage

• Provide coverage for home events and practices throughout the athletic seasons, including postseason play
• Be available before practices and competitions for injury evaluation and treatment
• Coordinate coverage schedules and service locations in collaboration with the Athletic Director
• Prioritize care across multiple teams, locations, and events occurring simultaneously

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and a high level of reliability
• Engage in ongoing professional learning and maintain required certifications
• Attend and participate in required meetings and events
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or Principal

Schedule Expectations

The Athletic Trainer must be available Monday through Friday with flexible hours to ensure coverage of practices and competitions. Weekend coverage is required for scheduled events. Due to facility use and scheduling constraints, the Athletic Trainer and Athletic Director will determine primary service locations for each season.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing: Frequent

• Lifting: Able to lift 60 lbs.

• Walking: Frequent

• Bending/stooping: Frequent

• Sitting: Frequent

• Reaching: Frequent

• Driving: Occasional

• Push/Pull: Frequent