Certified Athletic Trainer

Lehigh Valley Health Network; Dunmore (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network seeks an Athletic Trainer to provide direct care to athletes, ensuring optimal performance and recovery. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations of injuries, delivering immediate medical care, and creating rehabilitation plans.

Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training, strong communication skills, and a dedication to athlete welfare. This full-time role will also entail flexible scheduling around important sporting events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training from a CAATE accredited program.
• Less than 1 year experience in the clinical setting is acceptable.
• Knowledge of musculoskeletal and cardiovascular demands on athletes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough evaluations of injuries and illnesses.
• Provide onsite medical coverage during sporting events.
• Design and implement individualized treatment plans.

Skills

Knowledge of normal anatomy

Strong communication skills

Ability to prioritize workloads

Computer literate

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training

Master’s Degree in Athletic Training (preferred)

Job description

Summary

Delivers direct care to support optimal athletic performance, including prevention, immediate care, evaluation, diagnosis, rehabilitation, and reconditioning. Ensures adherence to state practice acts, BOC Standards of Professional Practice, and physician oversight requirements. Completes all required patient documentation, participates in staff and student education, and identifies opportunities to improve service quality and efficiency.

Job Duties

• Conduct thorough evaluations of injuries and illnesses, including assessment, examination, and diagnosis of acute, chronic, and emergent conditions.
• Provide onsite medical coverage and injury management during practices, games, and other contractually obligated sporting events as assigned.
• Provide immediate and emergency medical care for injured athletes and patients in a timely and effective manner.
• Design, implement, and adjust individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans based on continuous evaluation of patient progress.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions—including therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and approved modalities—in alignment with physician direction and professional standards.
• Coordinate patient care by communicating effectively with physicians and other healthcare professionals and facilitating necessary referrals.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and compliant documentation of all evaluations, treatments, and patient interactions in accordance with regulatory, professional, and departmental guidelines.
• Educate athletes, patients, families, and coaches on injury prevention, condition management, safe participation, and rehabilitation expectations.
• Assist with seasonal sports physicals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training from a CAATE accredited program
• Less than 1 year experience in the clinical setting
• Knowledge base of normal anatomy, physiology, body’s response to exercise, and nutrition
• Knowledge base of musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and psychological demands placed on the injured athlete
• Knowledge base of compliance plans, HIPAA, and quality assurance programs
• Computer literate and knowledge base of practice management software, electronic health records, and Microsoft Office products with emphasis on Excel
• Must demonstrate a high level of maturity, emotional intelligence, and decision‑making skills
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to plan, implement, document, communicate, and refer to the appropriate healthcare professionals
• Ability to flex work schedule outside of normal business hours to meet the demands of clients
• Ability to prioritize workloads, manage time, and multi‑task in an effective manner
• Ability to travel within 50 miles of assigned partner location
• AT – Athletic Trainer – Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer Upon Hire
• ATL – Athletic Trainer License – State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
• BLS – Basic Life Support AHA – American Heart Association Upon Hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Athletic Training from a CAATE accredited program
• 2 years experience in the clinical setting

Physical Demands

Lift over 50 lbs. Push/pull up to 140 lbs. Carry 80 lbs. short distances. Frequent standing/walking, squatting, kneeling, crawling, climbing and reaching overhead.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties, responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position; however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.