SAU 39
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This role is essential to ensuring that student-athletes are able to participate safely and confidently in athletics.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Standing: Frequent
Lifting: Able to lift 60 lbs.
Walking: Frequent
Bending/stooping: Frequent
Sitting: Frequent
Reaching: Frequent
Driving: Occasional
Push/Pull: Frequent
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