Athletic Trainer – Certified – UAB Sports Medicine – UAB Highlands

Bank OZK; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports medicine facility is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer to join their team at UAB Highlands. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Athletic Training or a related field, along with relevant certifications and experience. This role demands strong interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to changing conditions, ensuring high-quality patient care in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Must be certified by the Board of Certification (BOC).
• CPR certification required within 30 days of employment.
• Experience as Certified Athletic Trainer in relevant settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties as an Athletic Trainer in healthcare environments.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and empathy in care.
• Work independently in fast-paced situations.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Self-motivation

Flexibility

Education

Master’s Degree in Athletic Training or related field

Bachelor’s Degree (if applicable)

Job description

Athletic Trainer – Certified – UAB Sports Medicine – UAB Highlands

• Job ID: 17118
• Functional Area: Technology
• Position Type: Full Time
• Experience Required: 5 - 7 Years
• Location: Birmingham, AL
• Department: EXT-Sports Medicine
• Relocation Provided: No

Position Description:
Master’s Degree in Athletic Training, Physical or Health Education, Exercise Physiology, or a related field, and two (2) years’ experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer in an Outreach, Rehab, or Physician Practice setting. Bachelor’s Degree and five (5) years’ experience may substitute for Master’s degree

Preferred: Experience as an Athletic Trainer in the Physician Practice setting

LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR REGISTRATION:

Currently certified as an Athletic Trainer by the Board of Certification (BOC). Must obtain licensure for Athletic Training by the State of Alabama upon hire. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required within thirty (30) days of employment.


TRAITS & SKILLS:

Must be self-directed / self-motivated; must have excellent communication and possess outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills. Must be able to: (1) perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; (2) accept responsibility for one’s own work; (3) work independently; (4) recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality; (5) convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, physical or emotional distress and/or grief; (6) relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation; (7) communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background; (8) exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment; (9) perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations; (10) demonstrate the quality work ethic of doing the right thing the right way; and (11) maintain a customer focus and strive to satisfy the customer's perceived needs.

Position Requirements:
Master’s Degree in Athletic Training, Physical or Health Education, Exercise Physiology, or a related field, and two (2) years’ experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer in an Outreach, Rehab, or Physician Practice setting. Bachelor’s Degree and five (5) years’ experience may substitute for Master’s degree

Preferred: Experience as an Athletic Trainer in the Physician Practice setting

LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR REGISTRATION:

Currently certified as an Athletic Trainer by the Board of Certification (BOC). Must obtain licensure for Athletic Training by the State of Alabama upon hire. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required within thirty (30) days of employment.


TRAITS & SKILLS:

Must be self-directed / self-motivated; must have excellent communication and possess outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills. Must be able to: (1) perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; (2) accept responsibility for one’s own work; (3) work independently; (4) recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality; (5) convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, physical or emotional distress and/or grief; (6) relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation; (7) communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background; (8) exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment; (9) perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations; (10) demonstrate the quality work ethic of doing the right thing the right way; and (11) maintain a customer focus and strive to satisfy the customer's perceived needs.

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