Athletic Trainer I, AHN Sports Medicine - Erie Region
About The Position
This position recognizes, manages, and rehabilitates injuries to professional, amateur, and recreational athletes, and provides techniques for the prevention of injuries. The Athletic Trainer I works independently, but under the direction of Senior Staff, Sports Medicine Supervisor, and Team Physicians to manage the daily operations within a school district's athletic medicine program. This role acts as a point of contact for AHN to the district for communication of the management of injuries within the athletic program by communicating with athletic directors, coaches, school nurses, physicians, parents, athletes, and sports medicine staff as needed. The position also involves developing exercise programs, performing data entry/recordkeeping, assisting with cleaning the facility, and monitoring supplies for the athletic program.
Requirements
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 0-1 years’ experience
- Current state licensure as a certified Athletic Trainer or eligible or Temporary Practice Permit.
- National Athletic Trainer's Association (NATA) certification or Temporary license.
- Current state driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- 1-3 years’ experience
- Experience with concussion base line testing software.
- Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Responsibilities
- Evaluates and manages injuries and determines whether a referral is necessary.
- Maintains a medical file on each athlete and acts as a liaison between the physician and the athlete or athlete's parent.
- Prepares athletes for practice or competition.
- Acts as a liaison between school administrators, school nurses, guidance counselors, coaches, athletes and parents to appropriately manage, educate and return athletes back to play/activity.
- Coordinates all communication to return athletes with concussions back to play in coordination with the Pennsylvania State Law.
- Implements treatment and rehabilitation programs under the supervision of a physician and guidance of Athletic Trainer II or Senior Staff.
- Develops functional training programs and conditioning programs for injured and non-injured athletes.
- Assists with cleaning the facility each night and putting equipment back in place.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Benefits
- $15,000.00 sign-on bonus with a two-year commitment for eligible candidates
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
