Certified Athletic Trainer — Rehab & Game Coverage

Select Medical; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Medical seeks a Certified Athletic Trainer to coordinate medical coverage for athletic events and practices and to design rehabilitation programs for injured athletes.

You will implement athletic training techniques, assess athletes with isokinetic testing and ROM, and work closely with physical therapists and physicians to ensure optimal care. This on-site role requires state licensing and NATA/BOC certification.

Qualifications

• BS Degree is required.
• BOC and NATA certifications are required.
• CPR certification is required.
• Applicable state license is required.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements therapeutic programs for rehabilitation of injured athletes.
• Administers athletic training techniques during games and practices to reduce injury risk.
• Performs isokinetic testing, ROM, muscle strength, girth measurements, and vital signs with interpretation.
• Determines effectiveness of athletic training/rehabilitative techniques and records change as indicated by athlete response within limits of specified plan of care.
• Works closely with physical therapists and area physicians to treat athletes. Maintains proper lines of communication to ensure athlete is getting optimal care within the team.
• Prudently manages emergency incidents, coordinates EMS and acute care procedures including Basic Life support to reduce the impact on function of an injured athlete.

Skills

Therapy program design

Athletic training techniques

Isokinetic testing

Vital signs assessment

Emergency care coordination

Education

BS Degree

BOC certification

NATA certification

CPR certification

State license

Job description

Select Medical seeks a Certified Athletic Trainer to coordinate medical coverage for athletic events and practices and to design rehabilitation programs for injured athletes.

You will implement athletic training techniques, assess athletes with isokinetic testing and ROM, and work closely with physical therapists and physicians to ensure optimal care. This on-site role requires state licensing and NATA/BOC certification.