Athletic Trainer - Full-Time, On-Call Weekend Coverage

Freeman Health System; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement with employer match

Wellness program

Paid time off (PTO)

Disability pay

Learning Center for Freeman Family

Payroll deductions at Freeman sites

Job summary

Freeman Health System in Joplin, Missouri seeks a Certified Athletic Trainer to provide injury assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and follow-up for student-athletes, with on-site coverage during events and on-call weekends. You will work under physician direction, document care, and collaborate with coaches and therapists to return athletes to competition safely.

Licensure in Kansas or applicable state is required at hire, with preference for a Master's degree.

Qualifications

• Licensed athletic trainer in Kansas or applicable state.
• Active athletic trainer license required at start of employment.
• Bachelor's degree in athletic training; master's preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document patient care as directed by physician for athlete-patients.
• Independently assess athletes to determine appropriate care or referral.
• Provide rehabilitation and athletic injury coverage for area schools.
• Deliver treatment under direction of evaluating therapist to meet goals.

Skills

Athletic training

Injury assessment

Rehabilitation

Documentation

On-site event coverage

Education

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training

Master's degree in Athletic Training (preferred)

Job description

Freeman Health System in Joplin, Missouri seeks a Certified Athletic Trainer to provide injury assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and follow-up for student-athletes, with on-site coverage during events and on-call weekends. You will work under physician direction, document care, and collaborate with coaches and therapists to return athletes to competition safely.

Licensure in Kansas or applicable state is required at hire, with preference for a Master's degree.