Athletic Trainer - Outreach

Mayo Clinic•Eau Claire, WI

About The Position

Responsible for assisting with the prevention, assessment, treatment, and reconditioning of athletic injuries as set forth by the National Athletic Trainer Association Board of Certification. Demonstrates competency in taping, strapping, bracing and fitting of athletic equipment and ability to carry out prescribed treatments and recommendations by referring providers. Performs responsibilities as a physician extender in the clinic. Responsible for coverage as assigned at MCHS supported athletic events, at contracted schools/community groups for pre-season events, athletic practices, and/or sporting events. This position delivers preventative care and treatment to athletes within the scope of their licenses. Serves as a liaison of Mayo Clinic Health System to collaborate with schools and the community. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. Participates in operational aspects of the department, performance improvement activities within the department and participates in quality improvement projects. Participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training, and organizational safety and fire safety programs.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science/Arts or Master’s degree in Athletic Training
Certification by the Board of Certification and National Athletic Trainer’s Association.
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
Strong computer skills.
Strong written and verbal skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Basic knowledge of physical medicine, physical therapy modalities, anatomy and physiology.
Basic knowledge of physical therapy machine operation, maintenance and repairs of same.
Decision-making and problem solving skills.
Team-building skills.
Flexibility with scheduled days and hours of work.
Current State of Wisconsin Athletic Trainer license
Certification by the Board of Certification (BOC).
Current BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

Driver’s License may be required depending on location of hire.

Responsibilities

Assisting with the prevention, assessment, treatment, and reconditioning of athletic injuries.
Demonstrating competency in taping, strapping, bracing and fitting of athletic equipment.
Carrying out prescribed treatments and recommendations by referring providers.
Performing responsibilities as a physician extender in the clinic.
Providing coverage as assigned at MCHS supported athletic events, at contracted schools/community groups for pre-season events, athletic practices, and/or sporting events.
Delivering preventative care and treatment to athletes within the scope of their licenses.
Serving as a liaison of Mayo Clinic Health System to collaborate with schools and the community.
Participating in operational aspects of the department.
Participating in performance improvement activities within the department.
Participating in quality improvement projects.
Participating in all infection control, departmental equipment training, and organizational safety and fire safety programs.