Athletic Trainer, .85 FTE

Seattle Children's Hospital•Seattle, WA

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About The Position

Seattle Children's Athletic Training Program is hiring Athletic Trainers to provide services in high schools across diverse settings. The program serves more than 40 schools and offers the resources and support of Seattle Children's Hospital. New graduates are encouraged to apply. The Athletic Trainer provides rehabilitative care to injured high school athletes and educates athletes, coaches, athletic directors, parents, and the public on injury prevention, rehabilitation, wellness, and other health-related topics. Under the direction of a physician, the role treats and prevents athletic injuries by developing therapies to reduce pain and improve mobility. The Athletic Trainer also assists with exercise instruction and demonstration, athlete and patient evaluation, and testing. The position is listed as .85 FTE, with multiple openings ranging from 34 to 40 hours per week. The organization encourages a work week of up to 40 hours to support work-life balance. Additional pay is provided for afternoon and weekend work, and time-and-a-half pay applies for work over 40 hours and on holidays.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a health-related field.
One or more years of relevant experience.
Commitment to LEAN performance improvement.
Certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association as an Athletic Trainer.
BLS for Healthcare Providers.
Current Washington State license to practice as an Athletic Trainer.
Before employment starts, submit Human Resources an electronic copy of a receipt confirming completion of the fingerprinting process outlined by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI).

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in a health-related field.
Two years of experience in an athletic training setting.
Demonstrated successful experience facilitating classes.
New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Provide rehabilitative care to injured high school athletes.
Educate athletes, coaches, athletic directors, parents, and the public on injury prevention, rehabilitation, wellness, and other health-related issues.
Treat and prevent athletic injuries by developing therapies to reduce pain and improve mobility under the direction of a physician.
Assist with exercise instruction and demonstration, athlete/patient evaluation, and testing.