Athletic Trainer

Ascension; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a PRN Athletic Trainer for Mercy Hospital in Oshkosh, WI, in the Rehabilitation department. You will design prevention and rehab programs, create holistic care plans, and act as a liaison among physicians, sports staff, and athletes.

The role emphasizes performance readiness, timely documentation, and ongoing assessment of recovery milestones to ensure athletes return to competition safely.

Qualifications

• Athletic Trainer credentialed from the Wisconsin Athletic Trainers Affiliated Credentialing Board.
• BLS Provider certification within 1 month of hire.
• Education/experience requirements as listed in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Champion Athlete Wellness: design and lead injury prevention and rehab programs.
• Create Holistic Care Plans: develop conditioning and nutrition plans.
• Bridge the Gap: liaise between physicians, sports performance staff, and athletes.
• Drive Performance: prepare athletes to perform within regulatory guidelines.
• Evaluate & Evolve: assess and adjust treatment as athletes progress.

Skills

Athletic Trainer

BLS Certification

Education

Associate's degree or technical degree

High school diploma with experience

4 years of cumulative job-specific experience

Job description

• Champion Athlete Wellness: Design and lead comprehensive injury prevention and rehabilitation programs that keep athletes safe, healthy, and ready for the game.
• Create Holistic Care Plans: Go beyond the injury. You'll develop customized conditioning and nutrition plans tailored to each athlete's unique physiological needs and schedule.
• Bridge the Gap: Act as the essential liaison between physicians, sports performance staff, and athletes, ensuring a seamless flow of communication and high‑quality medical documentation.
• Drive Performance: Prepare athletes for the intensity of competition, ensuring they are physically and mentally equipped to perform within regulatory guidelines.
• Evaluate & Evolve: Swiftly assess and manage acute injuries, adapting your treatment strategies as athletes progress through their recovery milestones.

Your future role at a glance

Location: Oshkosh, WI

Facility: Mercy Hospital

Department: Rehabilitation

Schedule: PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Champion Athlete Wellness: Design and lead comprehensive injury prevention and rehabilitation programs that keep athletes safe, healthy, and ready for the game.
• Create Holistic Care Plans: Go beyond the injury. You'll develop customized conditioning and nutrition plans tailored to each athlete's unique physiological needs and schedule.
• Bridge the Gap: Act as the essential liaison between physicians, sports performance staff, and athletes, ensuring a seamless flow of communication and high‑quality medical documentation.
• Drive Performance: Prepare athletes for the intensity of competition, ensuring they are physically and mentally equipped to perform within regulatory guidelines.
• Evaluate & Evolve: Swiftly assess and manage acute injuries, adapting your treatment strategies as athletes progress through their recovery milestones.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

• Athletic Trainer credentialed from the Wisconsin Athletic Trainers Affiliated Credentialing Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military‑Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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