Athletic Trainer: Injury Prevention & Return-to-Play

Wheeling Hospital; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheeling Hospital is seeking a dedicated Athletic Trainer to serve as a first-line responder and injury manager for youth and collegiate athletes in a dynamic sports environment.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training or Physiology, state licensure (OH or WV), and NBCOT certification; two years of experience preferred. Expect travel with teams and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training or Physiology.
• Current Licensure as required by the state where services are provided (OH or WV).
• National certification as Athletic Trainer.

Responsibilities

• Provides on-site injury prevention, taping, bracing, and warm-up supervision.
• Responds to acute injuries and emergencies during practices/games.
• Conducts injury evaluations and coordinates referrals.
• Manages concussion protocols, return-to-play, and hydration monitoring.
• Travels with teams; works afternoons, evenings, and weekends.
• Performs musculoskeletal assessments and develops treatment plans.
• Coordinates referrals to physicians or therapists as needed.
• Administers therapeutic exercises and modalities.
• Tracks progress and adjusts plans based on recovery.
• Maintains HIPAA compliance and accurate treatment records.
• Communicates with parents, coaches, and medical staff regularly.
• Assists in equipment fitting and injury prevention education.

Skills

Communication skills

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Judgment and Decision Making

Monitoring

Problem Sensitivity

Deductive Reasoning

Inductive Reasoning

Oral Comprehension

Near Vision

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training or Physiology

Job description

Wheeling Hospital is seeking a dedicated Athletic Trainer to serve as a first-line responder and injury manager for youth and collegiate athletes in a dynamic sports environment.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training or Physiology, state licensure (OH or WV), and NBCOT certification; two years of experience preferred. Expect travel with teams and weekends as needed.