Certified Athletic Trainer

Essential Functions of the Position: Work in cooperation with the Head Athletic Trainer in all aspects of the health care of the student-athletes, such as evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries incurred by the intercollegiate student-athletes. Provide onsite care and management of injuries and illnesses including prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation. Assess risk of injury, self-care implementation and overall wellness promotion. Complete electronic documentation of patient encounters into PyraMed (EMR). Execute medical care for student-athletes per sports medicine standard operating procedures. Coordinate and implement injury prevention programs and customized preventative strategies and programs to each patient. Collaborate with campus partners and athletic department staff regarding the safety and well-being of student athletes. Communicate with physicians and coaching staff regarding the injury status of athletes. Provide medical care during open clinic times and home athletic events. Travel to away contests as determined by Head Athletic Trainer. Required Skills and Abilities: Excellent verbal and written communication. Proficient use of athletic training supplies and equipment, therapeutic modalities, computer, and software. Ability to manage several injuries at one time during an athletic event while maintaining a calm demeanor and providing professional care. Demonstrated teamwork mindset prioritizing the student athlete at all times. Required Experience & Education: Bachelor's degree in athletic training or in a related field Certified athletic trainer Ohio OTPTAT Board Licensure Current CPR for Professional Rescuer/BLS Physical Requirements: Ability to work in a variety of indoor/outdoor settings dependent on the sporting event assigned. This could include cold/hot temperatures and rain or snow. Ability to lift a patient with assistance from coaches or other support staff. Occasional stretching, twisting, grasping, pulling, and other semi-strenuous activities while treating a student athlete. Ability to respond quickly to student's injuries during athletic events with the proper medical supplies and safety protection readily available. Marietta College is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Marietta College does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, gender orientation, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Marietta College