Field Athletic Trainer @ Ridley High School

Rothman Orthopaedics•Media, PA

4d•$45,000 - $65,000

About The Position

Rothman Orthopaedics is hiring a full-time Field Athletic Trainer to support Ridley High School. The trainer provides athletic health care services to scholastic athletes within an assigned school district program, at school and game locations. The schedule is Monday through Saturday, 40 hours per week based on school needs, with a flexible schedule. The role includes athlete referrals into the Rothman network and relationship building with schools and communities. The trainer works under the supervision of the secondary school’s athletic director for event coverage and works with team physicians when appropriate.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and graduation from an approved, accredited athletic training education program as defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine.
Active certification by the Pennsylvania Board of Medical Examiners.
Active certification by the National Athletic Trainer’s Association Board of Certification (NATABOC).
Current CPR certification.
At least two years working under the supervision of NATA-approved trainers, or equivalent experience in a professional ATC position.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Schedule and coordinate athletic activities and treatment calendars to use time efficiently.
Provide excellent internal and external customer service.
Meet NATA goals for athletic health care in a secondary school setting, including certification and continuing education requirements.
Carry out supervisory tasks assigned by management relating to the outreach athletic healthcare department.
Prepare and perform daily athletic training responsibilities according to standards of practice for certified athletic trainers.
Provide monthly and seasonal reports on injury tracking, physician referrals, and rehabilitation utilization.
Implement treatment plans using therapeutic exercise, modalities, and athletic conditioning as directed by a treating physician or standing medical orders.
Provide athletic health care coverage for assigned pre-season physicals, sporting events, and related events under the supervision of the school’s athletic director.
Begin assignments promptly after receiving instructions and work independently with minimal supervision.
Determine athletes’ physical readiness to participate.
Implement pre-season, in-season, and post-season strength and conditioning programs.
Respond confidently to crises and emergencies, including recognition of trauma, pathomechanics, psychological issues, and metabolic failure.
Use athletic training equipment safely and efficiently and demonstrate knowledge of safety practices.
Inform athletes and families about relevant conditions and care, including concussion, wound care, first aid, and follow-up care.
Work effectively with the team physician in sports coverage settings when appropriate.
Refer athletes and patients into the Rothman network and build relationships within schools and communities.
Represent the organization’s culture and philosophies.