Athletic Trainer I-Athletic Trainex

Kettering Health; Centerville (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health in Centerville, OH is seeking an Athletic Trainer I to deliver prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for athletes and active individuals. The role emphasizes evidence-based interventions, patient safety, and collaboration with healthcare teams at our Centerville outpatient services location.

The ideal candidate has a CAATE-accredited bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training and completed supervised clinical experience, with active BOC

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training from a CAATE-accredited program.
• Completion of supervised clinical experience as part of an accredited athletic training education program.

Responsibilities

• The Athletic Trainer I provides clinical care focused on prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for athletes and physically active individuals. This role supports patient safety, access to care, and optimal recovery by delivering evidence-based interventions and collaborating with healthcare professionals.

Skills

Injury prevention

Assessment

Rehabilitation

Emergency care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

HIPAA/OSHA familiarity

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training

Job description

Job Details

Outpatient Services l Centerville l Full-time l Varied Shifts

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Athletic Trainer I provides clinical care focused on the prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for athletes and physically active individuals. This role supports patient safety, access to care, and optimal recovery by delivering evidence-based interventions and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training from a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE)-accredited program

Required Work Experience

• Completion of supervised clinical experience as part of an accredited athletic training education program.

Required Licenses, Certifications, And Registrations

• Current Board of Certification (BOC) for Athletic Trainers
• Ohio Athletic Trainer License (must be active and in good standing prior to start date)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (must be obtained or completed during department orientation)

Skills

• Knowledge of injury prevention, assessment, and rehabilitation techniques
• ability to provide emergency care and first aid
• effective written and verbal communication
• proficiency in documentation and record-keeping
• ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• familiarity with relevant healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA, OSHA)
• basic computer proficiency.

Competencies

• Annual competencies completed as assigned related to patient population and best practice standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Athletic Training

Preferred Work Experience

• Prior experience in athletic training settings, such as internships or volunteer work.