Athletic Trainer | PT and Sports Medicine, Contingent

Athletic Trainer | PT and Sports Medicine, Contingent

We are looking for an Athletic Trainer to join our collaborative team at Memorial Health!

What You'll Do:

Provides athletic training functions for local area high school(s) that include athletic practices and/or games as necessary by school(s); evaluates/assesses athletic injuries; administers first aid; provides initial injury management; instructs athlete in injury management and precautions; follows up with physician for additional care; uses modalities for injury management (e.g., heat, cold, stretching, therapeutic exercise, taping, bracing, etc.); maintains written documentation of all injuries and treatments; maintains communications with physician, physical therapist, coaches, and parents; recommends purchase of supplies; manages and supervises student trainer program. Runs reports on injuries, treatments, and volumes, providing any necessary changes or corrections to the Lead Athletic Trainer on time; works with Lead Athletic Trainer in analyzing treatment and injury data to develop injury prevention or performance improvement programs; educates coaches/athletes regarding health maintenance and injury prevention; designs and implements strength and conditioning programs; works with Marketing to develop promotional initiatives (such as success stories, tips, or reminders); tracks and provides weekly hours to the Lead Athletic Trainer on time. Works under direction of Physical Therapist to administer outpatient and inpatient physical therapy treatment techniques (e.g., exercise, moist heat, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, etc.) to restore body functions, relieve pain, and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of body part; instructs patients in care and use of braces, canes, or crutches; records pertinent information in medical record with co-signature by supervising Physical Therapist; actively communicates pertinent patient information to supervising Physical Therapist. Assists with completion of special projects as required and/or assigned. Develops and demonstrates knowledge of current advances in Athletic Training / Rehabilitation to maintain professional competency through literature review, peer review or continuing education.

Requirements Bachelor or Master Degree in Athletic Training from an accredited program of study. Licensed by the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Athletic Trainers Board to practice Athletic Training in the state of Ohio. Maintains continuous certification in American Heart Association's BLS.

Hours Contingent

Time Off Sick Leave

Retirement Ohio Public Employee Retirement System Deferred Compensation

Other Tuition Reimbursement Kidzlink Daycare Center Employee Recognition Free Parking Wellness Center Competitive Salaries Community/Family Atmosphere

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