Athletic Trainer I: Return-to-Play & Rehab

Highmark Health; Kentucky; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking an Athletic Trainer to recognize, manage, and rehabilitate injuries within a school district's athletic medicine program. You will work with physicians, athletic directors, coaches, nurses, parents, and athletes to manage injuries and return-to-play decisions.

The role involves developing exercise and conditioning programs, data entry, and facility maintenance, while communicating with district staff and following relevant laws and policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 0-1 years’ experience
• Current state licensure as a certified Athletic Trainer or eligible, or Temporary Practice Permit.
• National Athletic Trainer’s Association (NATA) certification or Temporary license.
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and manages injuries and determines whether a referral is necessary. Maintains a medical file on each athlete and acts as a liaison between the physician and the athlete or athlete’s parent. Prepares athletes for practice or competition. (50%)
• Acts as a liaison between school administrators, school nurses, guidance counselors, coaches, athletes and parents to appropriately manage, educate and return athletes back to play/activity. Additionally, coordinates all communication to return athletes with concussions back to play in coordination with the Pennsylvania State Law. (20%)
• Implements treatment and rehabilitation programs under the supervision of a physician and guidance of Athletic Trainer II or Senior Staff. Develops functional training programs and conditioning programs for injured and non-injured athletes. (20%)
• Cleans Facility: Assists with cleaning the facility each night and putting equipment back in place. (10%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking an Athletic Trainer to recognize, manage, and rehabilitate injuries within a school district's athletic medicine program. You will work with physicians, athletic directors, coaches, nurses, parents, and athletes to manage injuries and return-to-play decisions.

The role involves developing exercise and conditioning programs, data entry, and facility maintenance, while communicating with district staff and following relevant laws and policies.