Athletic Trainer - Full-Time, Days

Southeast Hospital; Mount Auburn (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking an Athletic Trainer for the Orthopedic Clinic at 650 S Mount Auburn. You will care for active individuals with sports injuries, focusing on prevention, evaluation, and rehabilitation to ensure safe return to activity. The role emphasizes professional development in line with Mercy service standards.

Education requires a graduate athletic training program; a Master's is preferred. Some travel and occasional weekend hours may be required as part of our clinical and outreach

Qualifications

• Education required: graduate of athletic training program from an accredited college or university.
• Preferred: Master's degree in athletic training or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide prevention, recognition, evaluation, immediate care and rehabilitation for sports injuries.
• Maximize safe return to activity and support professional development.
• Occasional odd hours and travel may be required.

Skills

Athletic training

Education

Graduate of athletic training program

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! Provide services in regards to prevention, recognition, evaluation, immediate care and rehabilitation for all active individuals and sports related injuries. Overall goal is to maximize safe return to activity. The individual will also demonstrate professional development and responsibility within the field of athletic training. The incumbent will perform related duties as assigned. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

Mercy

Orthopedic Clinic - 650 S Mount Auburn

Shift: Days, Full-Time

• Cape Girardeau, Missouri
• Clinical/Allied Health
• Sports Medicine
• Regular
• Full-time
• Mercy Hospital Southeast
• JR268797

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy! Provide services in regards to prevention, recognition, evaluation, immediate care and rehabilitation for all active individuals and sports related injuries. Overall goal is to maximize safe return to activity. The individual will also demonstrate professional development and responsibility within the field of athletic training. The incumbent will perform related duties as assigned. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Education Required: Graduate of athletic training program from accredited college or university.

Education Preferred: Master's Degree in athletic training or related field is preferred.

Experience Required: N/A

Experience Preferred: Some experience Preferred, but not required.

Licensure Required: State of practice licensure or eligible for Athletic Trainer is required.

Certification/Registration Required: Certification through the Board of Certification, Inc. Professional Rescuer CPR or its equivalent.

Preferred Certification: National Athletic Trainers Association certification as an athletic trainer.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: This individual must be trained and capable of performing patient care and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed.

Working Conditions, Mental and Physical Requirements: Clinical and/or Outreach Athletic Training settings. The individual must be very adaptable and willing to work occasional odd hours. There will be occasional weekend work and travel required throughout the year.

Equipment Used: Therapeutic Modalities, Thermal and Electric Modalities, Computer, Dictaphone, Cellular Phone, Therapeutic Equipment.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.