Athletic Trainer PRN

Community Health Systems; Indiana; On-site; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking an Athletic Trainer to provide comprehensive training services across multiple sports. You will participate in injury prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation while collaborating with team physicians, coaches, and other healthcare professionals.

You will engage in community outreach, stay current with evidence-based practices, and maintain certifications. The role requires 1–3 years of experience and a focus on safe return-to-play protocols.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of athletic training experience or related field.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate pre-season physicals with physicians and ensure safety standards.
• Develop conditioning programs to prevent injuries and improve performance.
• Provide on-site evaluation and treatment for injuries during events and practices.
• Apply protective devices and facilitate referrals for advanced care.
• Collaborate on rehabilitation plans with coaches and healthcare professionals.
• Conduct education sessions on injury prevention for coaches, athletes, and parents.
• Maintain accurate medical records for continuity of care and compliance.
• Promote Sports Medicine services to the community through outreach events.
• Stay current with evidence-based practices and maintain certifications.

Skills

Athletic training

Injury prevention

Rehabilitation

First aid

Communication

Record keeping

Job description

Athletic Trainer

Position Type: PRN

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching

Job Summary

The Athletic Trainer provides comprehensive athletic training services to athletes, including injury prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation. This position works collaboratively with team physicians and coaches to ensure the health and performance of athletes across multiple sports and events. Additionally, the Athletic Trainer engages in community outreach and education to promote Sports Medicine services.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates and assists physicians in conducting pre-season physical examinations for athletic programs, ensuring compliance with applicable health and safety standards.
• Develops and implements individualized and team-based conditioning programs designed to prevent injuries and enhance athletic performance.
• Provides on-site evaluation and treatment for injuries sustained during athletic events and practices, administering first aid and urgent care as needed.
• Applies protective devices and equipment, and facilitates referrals to physicians or specialists for advanced care when necessary.
• Collaborates with coaches, team physicians, and healthcare professionals to design and execute effective rehabilitation plans for injured athletes, ensuring safe and efficient return to play.
• Conducts education sessions for coaches, athletes, and parents on injury prevention, recognition, and management to foster a culture of safety and health awareness.
• Maintains detailed and accurate records of athlete evaluations, treatments, and rehabilitation progress, ensuring continuity of care and proper documentation for compliance.
• Assists the Sports Medicine Director in promoting Sports Medicine services to the surrounding community through outreach programs and events.
• Stays current with the latest evidence-based practices in athletic training, maintaining certifications and participating in continuing education opportunities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in athletic training or a related field required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of anatomy, biomechanics, and injury prevention strategies.
• Proficiency in evaluating athletic injuries and developing appropriate treatment and rehabilitation plans.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with athletes, coaches, healthcare professionals, and parents.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make critical decisions under pressure.
• Skilled in maintaining detailed and accurate medical records.
• Knowledge of industry regulations and best practices related to athletic training and sports medicine.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.

Licenses and Certifications

• Athletic Training State Licensure in state of employment required or
• AT - Certified Athletic Trainer in state of employment required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support obtained within 90 days of employment required

Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.