Athletic Trainer

On-site

Niles, MI

Full time

R222498

Up to $15,000.00 in incentives for eligible candidates.

Please note: Work shift is variable and based upon needs of the school. The work location would primarily be located a Niles, High School Training room coverage 2:00pm to 4:00pm as well as event coverage.

Job Summary

The health system comprises three hospitals, a regional cancer center, rehabilitation centers, two long-term care residences, home care and hospice services, and 34 affiliate physician practice locations. We provide both inpatient and outpatient medical services throughout Southwest Michigan.

Essential Functions

• Triage patients as directed by physicians, and other providers. Provides patient instruction as directed by physicians, and other providers. Collects and monitors patient data, reporting patient data and patient needs to physicians, and other providers. Documents care consistent with documentation guidelines.

• Evaluates athletes’ physical condition, response and progress and discusses with appropriate physician, Lead Athletic Trainer or Manager. Interfaces with student athletes, parents, staff, coaches, physicians, athletic trainers, and auxiliary medical personnel for information exchange on status of athletes’ condidtion. Observes and assists the fitting of athletic equipment.

• Responsible for the operation of treatment headquarters at practice and game sites, the modalities, equipment and supplies used in these treatment areas, as well as the general cleanliness of the athletic facilities and treatment areas.

• Responsible for preparing the players for each practice and game by exercising, preventative taping and bandaging techniques, and overseeing the team warm-up and flexibility period. May be required to cover practices and contests (home and away) during the pre-season, regular season, and post-season. Further, summer out-of-season athletic training office hours will be expected. Will remain on 24-hour call during the time designated.

• Responsible for working with the team Physician/Lead Athletic Trainer/Managerin planning, organization and implementation of pre-season (and post-season when indicated) physical examinations of all players. Will also work directly with the Team Physicians and coaching staffs to determine when it is medically safe for an ill or injured athlete to return to competition.

• Rehabilitation of injured players following athletic injury or surgery is a primary concern of the Athletic Trainer. This responsibility must be followed by the Athletic Trainer from onset of injury, to the acquisition of a diagnosis by the Team Physician, through the conservative or surgical procedures necessary to provide the best possible outcome for the athlete, through a reconditioning program aimed at restoring the injured athlete to his/her pre-injury fitness level or a level determined by the Team Physician to allow the athlete to return to competition.

• Reads pertinent literature, attends meetings and educational classes, and participates in professional associations as appropriate.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent Completion of a CAATE approved athletic training education program within bachelors or masters program

• Successful completion of competency based orientation program

• 1 year of relevant experience Related and progressively more responsible experience in all aspects of athletic training

• Athletic Trainer, Certified - BOC Board of Certification and Accreditation Upon Hire

• Athletic Trainer License - State of Michigan Upon Hire

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association 90 Days Or

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Red Cross 90 Days

Preferred

• Master's Degree or equivalent Completion of a CAATE approved athletic training education program within bachelors or masters program

• Strength & Conditioning Specialist, Certified (CSCS) - National Strength and Conditioning Association Upon Hire Or

• Performance Enhancement Specialization, Certified (PES) - Upon Hire Or

• Functional Movement Screen, Certified (FMS) - Upon Hire Or

• Kinesio Taping Practitioner, Certified (CKTP) - Upon Hire Or

• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - State of Michigan Upon Hire

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here ( .

• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!

• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance

• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Niles-Buchanan YMCA - 905 N Front St - Niles

Department Name

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

Days Worked

Weekend Frequency

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