Certified Athletic Trainer - PRN
About The Position
Select Physical Therapy is seeking a passionate Certified Athletic Trainer to provide care for athletes. The position services contracted schools and coordinates access to additional health care for their athletes. Coverage needs are paired with the trainer’s availability to create a flexible schedule. The role is per diem/PRN, with hours varying as needed, and pays $35.00 per hour. The trainer designs and implements rehabilitation programs for injured athletes, provides injury-prevention techniques before and during games and practices, evaluates and documents responses to athletic training and rehabilitation within the specified plan of care, and manages emergency incidents. The role also includes coordinating outreach opportunities and participating in promotional events.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree.
- National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATA-BOC) certification.
- CPR certification.
- Applicable state license where required.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement therapeutic programs for injured athletes’ rehabilitation.
- Determine the need for and administer athletic training techniques before and during games and practices to reduce injury risk, including taping, wrapping, bracing, hydration, and minor wound care.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of athletic training and rehabilitation techniques and document changes based on the athlete’s response within the limits of the specified plan of care.
- Manage emergency incidents and coordinate EMS and acute care procedures, including basic life support, to reduce the impact on an injured athlete’s function.
- Seek outreach opportunities and participate in events to promote the company, such as races and club team events.
Benefits
- Free in-person and online continuing education units (CEUs).
- Access to a nationwide professional support network.
- Company matching 401(k) after 1,000 hours in a calendar year.
- Opportunity to work with a variety of team sizes, patient populations, and specialties.
