High School Athletic Trainer — Rehab & Safe Return

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a qualified Athletic Trainer to support a local Springfield High School. The role focuses on prevention, evaluation, immediate care and rehabilitation of sports injuries while promoting safe return to activity.

The ideal candidate will hold AT credentials, be eligible for licensure in Missouri, and may have a Master’s degree. The position requires some weekend work and travel as needed and offers Mercy’s comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of athletic training program from accredited college or university.
• State licensure as Athletic Trainer or eligible for licensure.
• Certification through the Board of Certification, Inc. Professional Rescuer CPR or its equivalent.
• Master's Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide prevention, recognition, evaluation, immediate care and rehabilitation for active individuals and sports injuries.
• Maximize safe return to activity for athletes.
• Demonstrate professional development and responsibility within Mercy standards.
• Assist with duties as assigned in athletic training settings, including outreach.

Skills

Patient care

Data assessment

Interpreting patient needs

Education

Bachelor/ accredited athletic trainer program

Master's degree preferred

Tools

BOC certification

Job description

Mercy is seeking a qualified Athletic Trainer to support a local Springfield High School. The role focuses on prevention, evaluation, immediate care and rehabilitation of sports injuries while promoting safe return to activity.

The ideal candidate will hold AT credentials, be eligible for licensure in Missouri, and may have a Master’s degree. The position requires some weekend work and travel as needed and offers Mercy’s comprehensive benefits.