Sports Athletic Trainer

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Primary Function/General Purpose of Position -

The Sports Team Athletic Trainer provides daily, autonomous medical coverage to athletic practices and athletic games/events at high schools, middle schools, colleges or community athletic teams. This role has the responsibility to evaluate, treat, prevent and rehab injuries, along with the recognition and treatment of medical emergencies. They will also provide medical coverage for community events, prevention programming and education for coaches, athletes and parents as well as CPR training.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides athletic injury evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitative services to injured athletes in accordance with the policies and procedures set by orthopedic/sports medicine physicians.

• Provides emergency medical services for injured athletes including but not limited to providing care for unstable fractures, medical emergencies, traumatic brain injuries and catastrophic injuries.

• Administers medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice.

• Manages and coordinates injury prevention programming for athletes.

• Coordinates referrals to support continuity of care to the appropriate specialist.

• Communicates injury status of athletes to coaches, parents, and team physicians.

• Completes timely and accurate clinical documentation of injury evaluations, treatments, and plans of care. Manages all documentation required by the state specific scholastic athletic leagues.

• Maintains competency by participation in continuing education, in services, yearly skills review and other learning opportunities.

• Potential US and international travel as part of patient care

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

NATA BOC Certified – National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (required)

Current Athletic Trainer license in the state in which they are practicing (required)

BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training (required)

Master’s degree in Athletic Training (preferred)

Work Experience

2 years of experience in equivalent setting(preferred)

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Record or equivalent EMR (preferred)

Language

Spanish (preferred)

Patient Population

X Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

X Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Neonates (0-4 weeks)

Infant (1-12 months)

X Pediatrics (1-12 years)

X Adolescents (13-17 years)

X Adults (18-64 years)

X Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Not applicable to this position

Working Conditions

X Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

X Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.

General office environment.

X May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

X May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.

X May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*

X May be required to use physical restraints.

X May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*

X May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

X May have periods of constant interruptions.

X Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

X Prolonged periods of working alone.

__X__ Other: Daily fluctuating schedules, working days, nights, weekends and holidays

____ Not applicable to this position

• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands

Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%

Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) X

Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) X

Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) X

Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) X

Stoop, Kneel X

Crawling X

Climbing X

Balance X

Bending X

Work Position

Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%

Sitting X

Walking X

Standing X

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

Physical Requirements

X Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

X Perform shift work

X Maneuver weight of patients

X Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings

X Reach above shoulder

X Repetitive arm/hand movements

X Finger Dexterity

X Color Vision

X Acuity – far

X Acuity – near

____ Not applicable to this position

Hazards

X Depth perception

X Use of Latex products

X Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

X Exposure to moving mechanical parts

X Exposure to dust/fumes

X Exposure to potential electrical shock

Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy

X Exposure to high pitched noises

X Gaseous risk exposure

X Other: Exposure to various terrains and weather situations

____ Not applicable to this position

Skills

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills:

Monitor patient health during athletic events of dozens of athletes at a time

Evaluate emergency conditions of an athlete for immediate and appropriate care

Perform emergency care techniques on patients

Performance of diagnostic testing to determine type and extent of injury

Perform taping and bracing of athletes

Perform rehabilitation progressions

Perform wound care

Budgeting and inventory management

Scheduling

Timely Documentation in EPIC and on paper

Soft/Interpersonal Skills:

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Critical Thinking

Communications with multiple generations and multiple professions

Conflict Resolution

Active Listening

Relationship Building

Works independently and autonomously

Makes decisions which have significant impact on immediate work situation

Flexible and adaptable to change

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]