Athletic Trainer - District Pool
- Rio Hondo College
- Location: Whittier, California
- Category: Admin-Athletics/Coaching
- Posting Date: 04/26/2023
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Description
Job Number
CLA00400PPosition Title
Athletic Trainer - District PoolPosition Type
Classified Substitute poolStarting Date
As NeededCurrent Work Schedule
Hourly as needed.
Salary Range
Range 39Salary
$36.21 Hourly
FLSA
Non-ExemptLocation
Main CampusDepartment
Kinesiology, Dance and Athletics (Dept)Open Date
04/26/2023About Rio Hondo College
About Río Hondo College
Río Hondo College welcomes and embraces all students in their educational and career pathways. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), our College has a student population of 22,000, of which 18,000 are Latinx students. We were the first college in Los Angeles County to provide two years of free tuition to first-time, full-time college students through our Río Promise program. We are proud to acknowledge that many of our students have transferred to high ranked institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, USC and UCLA, UC Berkeley, UC Irvine, Cal State LA, Cal State Long Beach, and Whittier College to name a few.
Strengths
Our caring and dedicated student-centered staff, faculty, and administrators are devoted to the advancement of educational justice, equity, and opportunity for all our students. Our College’s 900 employees, with close to 600 faculty, hold themselves accountable for the academic success of disproportionately impacted student populations. Our entire staff, with unwavering team collaboration, work hard to ensure our students reach their full potential by eliminating gaps in academic outcomes that traditionally hinder students of color.
Río Hondo College is committed to the recruitment of qualified and diverse employees who are dedicated to our students’ success. We recognize that diversity in an academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for our students. We are steadfast in our hiring practices and staff development processes which reinforce the goals of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Our practices and processes also support the importance of a workforce that reflects the community and the diverse student population we serve.
Río Hondo College employs approximately 55% tenured track faculty of color; 60% part-time faculty of color; 85% classified staff of color; and 50% administrators of color.
Río Hondo College offers 30 associate degrees that guarantee transfer (ADTs) to Cal State Universities, a bachelor’s degree in Automotive Technology, more than 60 certificates, a Pathway to Law School, dual enrollment with K-12 districts, state championship speech & debate team, top-notch athletic teams, student leadership opportunities, travel abroad experiences and more.
In collaboration with the communities in Pico Rivera, Santa Fe Springs, El Monte, South El Monte, Whittier, portions of Norwalk, La Mirada, Downey, La Puente, the City of Industry, Los Nietos and Avocado Heights, Río Hondo College provides an exceptional academic curriculum to meet the unique needs of our region and strengthen our communities.
Río Hondo College welcomes and embraces all students in their educational and career pathways. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), our College has a student population of 22,000, of which 18,000 are Latinx students. We were the first college in Los Angeles County to provide two years of free tuition to first-time, full-time college students through our Río Promise program. We are proud to acknowledge that many of our students have transferred to high ranked institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, USC and UCLA, UC Berkeley, UC Irvine, Cal State LA, Cal State Long Beach, and Whittier College to name a few.
Strengths
Our caring and dedicated student-centered staff, faculty, and administrators are devoted to the advancement of educational justice, equity, and opportunity for all our students. Our College’s 900 employees, with close to 600 faculty, hold themselves accountable for the academic success of disproportionately impacted student populations. Our entire staff, with unwavering team collaboration, work hard to ensure our students reach their full potential by eliminating gaps in academic outcomes that traditionally hinder students of color.
Río Hondo College is committed to the recruitment of qualified and diverse employees who are dedicated to our students’ success. We recognize that diversity in an academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for our students. We are steadfast in our hiring practices and staff development processes which reinforce the goals of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Our practices and processes also support the importance of a workforce that reflects the community and the diverse student population we serve.
Río Hondo College employs approximately 55% tenured track faculty of color; 60% part-time faculty of color; 85% classified staff of color; and 50% administrators of color.
Río Hondo College offers 30 associate degrees that guarantee transfer (ADTs) to Cal State Universities, a bachelor’s degree in Automotive Technology, more than 60 certificates, a Pathway to Law School, dual enrollment with K-12 districts, state championship speech & debate team, top-notch athletic teams, student leadership opportunities, travel abroad experiences and more.
In collaboration with the communities in Pico Rivera, Santa Fe Springs, El Monte, South El Monte, Whittier, portions of Norwalk, La Mirada, Downey, La Puente, the City of Industry, Los Nietos and Avocado Heights, Río Hondo College provides an exceptional academic curriculum to meet the unique needs of our region and strengthen our communities.
Basic Function
Under general supervision, to carry out a program for the care, treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention of physical injuries to athletes in the athletic program; and to do related work as required.
Representative Duties
Evaluate athletic injuries and perform appropriate first aid. E
Refer athletes for indicated medical treatment. E
Schedule appointments with team physician and medical specialists. E
Provide follow-up treatment under physicians directions. E
Schedule and conduct athletic physical exams. E
Provide preventive taping and wrapping of injured areas. E
Render first aid and injury evaluation. E
Travel with teams to events. E
Maintain full medical chart record keeping system. E
Process all insurance forms and communicate with the College insurance company regarding athletic claims. E
Provide daily reports to coaches on status of athletes receiving treatment. E
Assist coaches in off-season conditioning. E
Assist in the proper fitting of protective athletic equipment. E
Operate whirlpool, ultrasound and exercise machines. E
Prepare the athletic training budget and maintain an inventory of supplies. E
Arrange for physicians and ambulance service at games. E
Accompany athletes to the hospital and communicate with an athlete’s family. E
Supervise student trainers and trainee specialist. E
Perform related duties as assigned.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires us to identify the essential (E) duties/functions of the position. We have indicated those duties with an E on the job description.
Refer athletes for indicated medical treatment. E
Schedule appointments with team physician and medical specialists. E
Provide follow-up treatment under physicians directions. E
Schedule and conduct athletic physical exams. E
Provide preventive taping and wrapping of injured areas. E
Render first aid and injury evaluation. E
Travel with teams to events. E
Maintain full medical chart record keeping system. E
Process all insurance forms and communicate with the College insurance company regarding athletic claims. E
Provide daily reports to coaches on status of athletes receiving treatment. E
Assist coaches in off-season conditioning. E
Assist in the proper fitting of protective athletic equipment. E
Operate whirlpool, ultrasound and exercise machines. E
Prepare the athletic training budget and maintain an inventory of supplies. E
Arrange for physicians and ambulance service at games. E
Accompany athletes to the hospital and communicate with an athlete’s family. E
Supervise student trainers and trainee specialist. E
Perform related duties as assigned.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires us to identify the essential (E) duties/functions of the position. We have indicated those duties with an E on the job description.
Knowledge and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Modern and appropriate techniques and procedures to assist in preventing athletic injuries.
- Preventive taping and wrapping of injured areas.
- Symptoms of various injuries and the applicable first aid required.
- Proper use of a variety of therapeutic machines and devices.
- Conditioning and rehabilitation programs relevant to athletic injuries and illnesses.
ABILITY TO:
- Evaluate type and extent of injury and to administer first aid.
- Operate comprehensive follow-up treatment and rehabilitation program as directed by physician.
- Maintain complete medical records and prepare reports as required.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, coaches, students, and others contacted in course of work.
Education and Experience
Completion of a four year college curriculum with specialization in the field of health education, physical education, or a related field.
Certification as an athletic trainer and two years of responsible experience training with athletes.
Certification as an athletic trainer and two years of responsible experience training with athletes.
Foreign Degrees
Any degree from a country other than the United States, including Canada and Great Britain, must be evaluated by an Evaluation Service prior to the closing date. Certification must be attached with copies of transcripts.
Position Description
Applications are currently being accepted for Athletic Trainer. This is an hourly as needed position.
Application Procedure
Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. PT on the closing date.
Applicants must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed.
Applicants must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed.
- Rio Hondo College online application (which includes supplemental questions)
- Résumé/Curriculum Vitae
- Certification as an athletic trainer
- Complete transcripts of all college/university studies, including degree earned (copies will be accepted). NOTE: Transcripts from multiple colleges/universities may need to be scanned as one document, then uploaded.
- Transcripts must include degree awarded and confer date (please circle conferral date on transcripts). Transcripts without this information and online applications without transcripts will be disqualified.
- PAPER APPLICATIONS AND APPLICATION MATERIALS SENT VIA MAIL, FAX, OR EMAIL WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
- NOTE THAT ALL CORRESPONDENCE, INCLUDING INTERVIEW INVITATIONS, WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL.
Additional Information
- The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires the District obtain documentation from every individual who is employed which verifies identity and authorizes his/her right to work in the United States.
- Successful candidate is responsible for verifying all prior work experience and providing all academic transcripts for purposes of salary placement.
- As a condition of employment, the selected applicant must provide a set of fingerprints (at the applicant’s expense) taken by an official LiveScan agency.
- Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial employment (The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).
- For positions requiring a valid California driver’s license, proof of insurability is required.
- Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and require accommodations for completing the application process, testing (if required for position), or the interview, please notify the Human Resources Office.
- A copy of this announcement will be provided in Braille to visually impaired applicants upon request.
Commitment to Diversity
All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.
Cancel RTF Policy
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO RE-OPEN, RE-ADVERTISE, DELAY OR CANCEL FILLING THIS POSITION.
THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL FUTURE VACANCIES.
EEO Statement
Rio Hondo College is committed to employing qualified administrators, faculty and staff members who are dedicated to student success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. The Board is committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and provide equal consideration for all qualified candidates.
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