Athletic Trainer (AT) - Taft High School

Mercy Health; Kentucky; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Sports Team Athletic Trainer to provide medical coverage for Taft High School athletic practices, games and events. You will evaluate, treat, prevent and rehabilitate injuries, manage medical emergencies, and educate coaches, athletes and parents.

Strong EPIC documentation and team communication are essential. Requirements include a Bachelor's in Athletic Training, NATA BOC certification and state licensure where practicing; 2 years’ related experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training required.
• Master’s degree in Athletic Training preferred.
• NATA BOC Certification required.
• State athletic trainer license required where the job is performed.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform athletic injury evaluations, treatments and rehab per physician protocols.
• Provide emergency medical services including stabilization and on-site care.
• Safely administer medications as allowed by state regulations.
• Develop injury prevention programs and coordinate referrals.
• Communicate injury status to coaches, parents and team physicians.
• Document care thoroughly in EPIC and paper records.

Skills

Athletic Training

Emergency medical services

CPR/AED

Patient care

Documentation (EPIC)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training

Master’s degree in Athletic Training (preferred)

NATA BOC Certification

Athletic Trainer license in the state of practice

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

About UsAs a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Mercy Health About Us As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Sports Team Athletic Trainer – Taft High School Job Summary The Sports Team Athletic Trainer offers essential medical coverage for athletic practices, games, and events across educational institutions or community athletic teams. This role encompasses evaluating, treating, preventing, and rehabilitating injuries, including the management of medical emergencies. The Athletic Trainer also provides medical support for community events, delivers prevention programs, educates coaches, athletes, and parents, and conducts CPR training.

Essential Functions

• Perform athletic injury evaluations, treatments, and rehabilitative services following protocols established by orthopedic/sports medicine physicians.
• Provide emergency medical services, including stabilization of fractures, management of medical emergencies, traumatic brain injuries, and catastrophic injuries.
• Safely administer medications in compliance with state regulations.
• Develop and manage injury prevention programs tailored for athletes.
• Coordinate referrals to ensure seamless continuity of care with appropriate specialists.
• Communicate athletes' injury statuses effectively to coaches, parents, and team physicians.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training (required) Master’s degree in Athletic Training (preferred)

Required Licensing & Certifications NATA BOC Certified – National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (required) Current Athletic Trainer license in the state in which they are practicing (required, only if required by the state where the job is being performed) BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH)

Experience 2 years of experience in equivalent setting(preferred)

Skills & Abilities

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills:
Monitor patient health during athletic events of dozens of athletes at a time
Evaluate emergency conditions of an athlete for immediate and appropriate care
Perform emergency care techniques on patients
Performance of diagnostic testing to determine type and extent of injury
Perform taping and bracing of athletes
Perform rehabilitation progressions
Perform wound care
Budgeting and inventory management
Scheduling
Timely Documentation in EPIC and on paper

Soft/Interpersonal Skills

Attention to detail
Multi-tasking
Critical Thinking
Communications with multiple generations and multiple professions
Conflict Resolution
Active Listening
Relationship Building
Works independently and autonomously
Makes decisions which have significant impact on immediate work situation
Flexible and adaptable to change

Training EPIC Electronic Health Record or equivalent EMR (preferred)

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]