Athletic Trainer - Middle / High School

Mosaic Life Care • St. Joseph, MO

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About The Position

Serves as the liaison between patients, providers, nurses, Athletic Director and physical therapists. This individual also plays a key role in the sports medicine out-reach program including providing coverage to local colleges/universities, high schools, and/or other area teams and sporting events. This position works under the supervision of the Practice Manager and is employed by Mosaic Health System.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred.
• Rehab\ATC - athletic trainer certified in Missouri (Kansas if required) or eligible to apply for licensure within 90 days of hire is required.
• BOC Certified Athletic Trainer required.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Valid driver's license required.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serves as liaison between patients/parents, providers, and physical therapists/staff. This may include working with physical therapists/staff to develop and implement rehabilitation programs for patients.
• Performs patient fitting and education regarding crutches, braces, soft goods, etc.
• Coordinates and provides athletic training coverage to at least one area college/university, high school, or other local sports team/event. This includes prevention, recognition, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for athletic injuries. This also includes providing on-site coverage of athletic events, which may include evening and/or weekend coverage, and implementing summer programs.
• Educates patients, parents, athletes, and the general public regarding injury prevention, rehabilitation, wellness, and other health-related issues.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains licensure and other professional affiliations, including NATA certification and state licensures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time