Athletic Trainer - Shaler Area

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking an Athletic Trainer for a full-time opportunity in Shaler Area. As part of a respected team, you will deliver athletic training services across various settings, maintain comprehensive documentation, and engage in professional development. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role, where a rewarding career and competitive benefits package await.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $10,000

Reimbursement for normal and above normal commute

Financial assistance for NATA dues and BOC maintenance fees

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.
• Certified by the Board of Certification (BOC).
• Licensed as an athletic trainer in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Provide athletic training services following ethical standards.
• Evaluate and establish plans of care for athletes.
• Participate in community education programming approved by UPMC Sports Medicine.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Ability to establish rapport

Education

Bachelor of Science or Art degree

Job description

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UPMC Sports Medicine is one of the nation’s largest employers of athletic trainers with approximately 200 staff members. We have several exciting opportunities working in the outreach setting. More than 90 pro, college, and high school organizations in Western and Central Pennsylvania turn to us for athletic training services.

This is a full-time position that will be based at Shaler Area.

As a staff member in our program, you will be part of a team led by world-renowned sports medicine experts that work in state-of-the-art facilities. We have comprehensive physician, imaging, physical therapy, concussion, nutrition, and sports performance services that serve as resources to you.

Candidates will be placed into the appropriate level based on experience:

• Athletic Trainer I and Athletic Trainer II
• SIGN-ON BONUS Available!**
  
  

External/qualified candidates will receive $10,000 with a 2-year commitment for this location.

UPMC Sports Medicine also offers reimbursement for normal and above normal commute, as well as financial assistance for NATA dues and BOC maintenance fees!

Responsibilities:

• Provides athletic training services following the rules and regulations of the National Athletic Trainers Association Code of Ethics, BOC Standards of Professional Practice, Pennsylvania State Practice Act and Pennsylvania Rules & Regulations for Licensed Athletic Trainers, and UPMC system-wide and Athletic Training & Development department-specific Policies and Procedures.
• Provides evaluations, establishes plans of care, and selects appropriate treatment and rehabilitation interventions.
• Presents one in-service education program annually according to established departmental guidelines.
• Maintains, completes and submits appropriate electronic and written incident documentation for the contracted organization per departmental policies and procedures.
• Proactive in building relationships with UPMC services (CRS facilities, neuropsychologists, physicians, etc.)
• Participates in professional growth and development related to the field of sports medicine to further his/her knowledge
• Provides athletic training services within contractual guidelines utilizing UPMC and site-specific Written Protocol and adhering to Written Physician Agreements
• Participates in athletic training services at special events sponsored by UPMC Sports Medicine.
• Participates in community education programming approved by UPMC Sports Medicine.
• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science or Art degree.
• Ability to quickly establish rapport with students, physicians, staff and co-workers.
• Highly organized and able to prioritize assignments.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to worksites within local area required
  
  

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Certified as an athletic trainer by the Board of Certification (BOC).
• Licensed as an athletic trainer in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
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• Act 114 PDE FBI Clearance
• Act 168
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
  
  

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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