Certified Athletic Trainer

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a full-time Certified Athletic Trainer in Jackson, MS. This role focuses on preventing and rehabilitating injuries in athletes while working closely with a network of healthcare professionals. Ideal candidates will possess the necessary certifications and demonstrate strong skills in athletic training and communication.

Qualifications

• Certified Athletic Trainer with expertise in injury prevention and rehabilitation.
• Proficient in developing recovery plans and conditioning programs.
• Must be licensed in Mississippi and hold necessary certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for athletes.
• Create conditioning programs and monitor athlete progress.
• Collaborate with medical professionals for effective treatment.

Skills

Injury Prevention

Athletic Training

Strength & Conditioning

Rehabilitation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

NATA-BOC Certification as a Certified Athletic Trainer

Current CPR and First Aid certification

Licensed in Mississippi

Job description

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Company Description

The University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC), located in Jackson, is the state’s sole academic medical center. UMMC includes six health science schools, where students in medicine, nursing, health-related professions, dentistry, population health, and graduate studies receive their education and clinical training. The Medical Center operates five hospitals and the University Physicians faculty group practice. UMMC's mission is to educate future health-care professionals, innovate research to enhance human health, and deliver high-quality patient care to Mississippi's population, with a focus on improving health outcomes and eliminating health disparities.

Role Description

This is a full-time role for a Certified Athletic Trainer based in Jackson, MS. The Certified Athletic Trainer will provide injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for athletes. Daily tasks include creating conditioning programs, monitoring athlete progress, and collaborating with medical professionals to ensure the effective treatment and prevention of injuries.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Injury Prevention and Prevention methods
• Strong skills in Athletic Training and Strength & Conditioning
• Experience in Rehabilitation and developing recovery plans
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• NATA-BOC Certification as a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)
• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• Licensed in the state of Mississippi to work as an athletic trainer

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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