Athletic Trainer, Acute

Facility: Rutherford Regional Health System Title: ATHLETIC TRAINER Job Type: Full-Time Your experience matters! Rutherford Regional Health System is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Athletic Trainer joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. How you'll contribute The Certified Athletic trainer is responsible for providing sports medicine services for the prevention, Diagnosis, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. This position is an outreach position providing coverage to a secondary school. Providing onsite care for the diagnosis, management, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Set up referrals of student athletes to appropriate physicians for further evaluation and imaging. Implement injury prevention strategies through education, postural and ergonomic coaching, and promoting overall wellness. Ensure effective communication with Physicians and coaches regarding the injury status and/or limitations of student athletes. Documents patient encounters in the electronic medical record (EMR). Performs administrative and other duties as assigned by supervisor. Why join us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees. Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. Employee Well-being : Mental, physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. What we're looking for Education: Bachelor's Degree Required Must be BOC certified and be eligible to possess state athletic training licensure, certification or registration (Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) certification). NPI Number Required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification EEOC Statement Rutherford Regional Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rutherford Regional Health System is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr