Athletic Trainer | Ohio Northern University | Mercy Health

Mercy Health Partners; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sports Team Athletic Trainer to provide essential medical coverage at various athletic events. This role involves evaluating and treating injuries, managing emergency medical situations, and educating athletes and coaches on injury prevention. Join a team committed to delivering high-quality care and making a positive impact in the community. The ideal candidate will possess strong critical thinking and communication skills, along with a passion for helping athletes achieve their best. If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge, we encourage you to apply and be part of a mission-driven organization.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical plans

Dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Employer retirement contributions

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• NATA BOC Certified and current Athletic Trainer license required.
• 2 years of experience in a similar setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical coverage for athletic practices and events.
• Evaluate and treat injuries, manage emergency situations.
• Communicate athlete injury status to coaches and parents.

Skills

Athletic Injury Evaluation

Emergency Medical Services

Rehabilitation Services

CPR Training

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training

Master’s degree in Athletic Training

Tools

EPIC Electronic Health Record

Job description

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position -

The Sports Team Athletic Trainer provides daily, autonomous medical coverage to athletic practices and athletic games/events at high schools, middle schools, colleges or community athletic teams. This role has the responsibility to evaluate, treat, prevent and rehab injuries, along with the recognition and treatment of medical emergencies. They will also provide medical coverage for community events, prevention programming and education for coaches, athletes and parents as well as CPR training.

Essential Job Functions

1. Provides athletic injury evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitative services to injured athletes in accordance with the policies and procedures set by orthopedic/sports medicine physicians.
2. Provides emergency medical services for injured athletes including but not limited to providing care for unstable fractures, medical emergencies, traumatic brain injuries and catastrophic injuries.
3. Administers medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice.
4. Manages and coordinates injury prevention programming for athletes.
5. Coordinates referrals to support continuity of care to the appropriate specialist.
6. Communicates injury status of athletes to coaches, parents, and team physicians.
7. Completes timely and accurate clinical documentation of injury evaluations, treatments, and plans of care. Manages all documentation required by the state specific scholastic athletic leagues.
8. Maintains competency by participation in continuing education, in services, yearly skills review and other learning opportunities.
9. Potential US and international travel as part of patient care.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

NATA BOC Certified – National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (required)

Current Athletic Trainer license in the state in which they are practicing (required)

BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training (required)

Master’s degree in Athletic Training (preferred)

Work Experience

2 years of experience in equivalent setting (preferred)

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Record or equivalent EMR (preferred)

Language

Spanish (preferred)

Patient Population

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

Long-distance or air travel as needed - not to exceed 10% travel.

General office environment.

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.

May be required to use physical restraints.

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.

May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

May have periods of constant interruptions.

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

Prolonged periods of working alone.

Daily fluctuating schedules, working days, nights, weekends and holidays.

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands

Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.)

Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.)

Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.)

Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.)

Stoop, Kneel

Crawling

Climbing

Balance

Bending

Work Position

Sitting

Walking

Standing

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

Perform shift work

Maneuver weight of patients

Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings

Reach above shoulder

Repetitive arm/hand movements

Finger Dexterity

Color Vision

Acuity – far

Acuity – near

Hazards

Depth perception

Use of Latex products

Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to dust/fumes

Exposure to potential electrical shock

Exposure to high pitched noises

Exposure to various terrains and weather situations.

Skills

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills:

Monitor patient health during athletic events of dozens of athletes at a time

Evaluate emergency conditions of an athlete for immediate and appropriate care

Perform emergency care techniques on patients

Performance of diagnostic testing to determine type and extent of injury

Perform taping and bracing of athletes

Perform rehabilitation progressions

Perform wound care

Budgeting and inventory management

Scheduling

Timely Documentation in EPIC and on paper

Soft/Interpersonal Skills:

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Critical Thinking

Communications with multiple generations and multiple professions

Conflict Resolution

Active Listening

Relationship Building

Works independently and autonomously

Makes decisions which have significant impact on immediate work situation

Flexible and adaptable to change

Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].