Athletic Trainer | PRN

Avera • Yankton, SD

4d • Onsite

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

• The individual must be able to work the hours specified.
• Visual acuity adequate to perform position duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds.
• Bachelor's Athletic Trainer - 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
• 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.
• Assists 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.

Benefits

• Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level