Certified Athletic Trainer - Ortho/Spine Office

Trinity Health; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Health is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer for full-time day shifts. Responsibilities include patient rooming, vitals, assisting physicians with procedures, DME fitting, and patient education.

The role involves on-field triage, injury rehab coordination, and collaboration with healthcare teams. Requires NYS-registered athletic trainer with a bachelor's degree; ACLS/BLS provided. Experience across pediatrics to geriatrics preferred; strong decision-making and communication skills

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Athletic Trainer (per NYS Ed guidelines).
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Prefer experience working with multiple age ranges (pediatrics through geriatrics).
• Must have knowledge of a large range of medical problems.
• Ability to think critically and make independent decisions per state licensure guidelines.
• Ability to communicate effectively in high stress situations with patients and staff.
• ACLS and BLS - provided by the institution.

Responsibilities

• Patient rooming, vitals, and history taking.
• Prepares for and assists physician with in-office procedures.
• Responsible for DME fitting and product education.
• Respond to patient messages, phone calls and questions appropriately, within scope of practice or utilizing physician, nurse triage and other staff.
• Counsel patient regarding diagnosis, home exercises and treatment options per provider request.
• Completes special projects as assigned.
• Assist with program development.
• Support athletic events and on-field triaging, return-to-play decisions, and injury follow-up as per contracts held by St. Joseph’s Health.

Skills

Certified Athletic Trainer

Bachelor's degree

Pediatrics to geriatrics experience

Critical thinking

Effective communication

State licensure knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

• Patient rooming, vitals, and history taking
• Prepares for and assists physician with in-office procedures
• Responsible for DME fitting and product education.
• Respond to patient messages, phone calls and questions appropriately, whether it is resolving issue within the scope of practice or utilizing physician, nurse triage and other ancillary staff as needed.
• Counsel patient regarding diagnosis, home exercises and treatment options per provider request
• Completes special projects as assigned
• Assist with program development
• Once program is developed, trainers will perform pre-season athletic evaluations, on-field triaging of injuries, sideline treatment related to acute injuries, emergency room,/ physician follow up recommendations, return-to-play clearance, injury diagnosis and follow up referral, sports specific rehab protocols, etc. Will cover any/all athletic events under the umbrella of all contracts held by St. Joseph’s Health with colleges, high schools, etc.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

CERTIFIED ATHLETIC TRAINER

Responsibilities

• Patient rooming, vitals, and history taking
• Prepares for and assists physician with in-office procedures
• Responsible for DME fitting and product education.
• Respond to patient messages, phone calls and questions appropriately, whether it is resolving issue within the scope of practice or utilizing physician, nurse triage and other ancillary staff as needed.
• Counsel patient regarding diagnosis, home exercises and treatment options per provider request
• Completes special projects as assigned
• Assist with program development
• Once program is developed, trainers will perform pre-season athletic evaluations, on-field triaging of injuries, sideline treatment related to acute injuries, emergency room,/ physician follow up recommendations, return-to-play clearance, injury diagnosis and follow up referral, sports specific rehab protocols, etc. Will cover any/all athletic events under the umbrella of all contracts held by St. Joseph’s Health with colleges, high schools, etc.

Requirements

• Must be a Certified Athletic Trainer (per guidelines set by NYS Ed)
• Bachelor's degree required
• Prefer experience working with multiple age ranges-pediatrics through geriatrics but will also consider a newly certified Athletic Trainer who possesses credible internship experience.
• Must have knowledge of a large range of medical problems.
• Ability to think critically and make independent decisions regarding the assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and return to play decisions per state licensure guidelines.
• Ability to communicate effectively in high stress/pressure situations when talking to patients, medical professionals, staff and families.
• Assessment, evaluation skills and working with other healthcare professionals will be required.
• Additional requirements- ACLS and BLS -provided by the institution.

Pay Range:

$27.15 - $40.70

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.