Athletic Trainer | PRN

Avera Health • Aberdeen, SD

98d • $24 - $36

About The Position

Provides athletic training services per contract to schools, organizations, and events. Athletic trainer will provide injury assessment, treatment, first aid, prevention, and reconditioning services as assigned and set forth by the Board of Certification (BOC).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training.
• Board of Athletic Training active in state of practice.
• Certified Athletic Trainer - Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC).

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree.
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach - National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).

Responsibilities

• Provide athletic training services for assigned sporting events, practices, and all other contracted school needs.
• Collaborate with high schools, universities, and professional sport organizations to assist coaches and medical personnel with assessment, treatment, and referral recommendations regarding injured athletes.
• Assist contract school in identifying equipment and supplies required for athletic training activities.
• Participate in sports medicine education and meetings as needed.
• Assist with record keeping and statistics pertaining to athlete injuries.
• Oversee staff assigned to school’s training room according to contracted schools scope of services.
• Supervision, education, and recruitment of student assistant athletic trainers.
• Assist with coordination and delivery of contracted schools pre-participation physicals and concussion testing.
• Promote Avera Sports physicians, programs, and services within and outside the Avera network.
• Provide general public educational sessions as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree