Licensed Athletic Trainer- Healthplex Woodbine

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking an Athletic Trainer to provide preventive, emergency, and rehabilitative care to athletes and patients. This position includes responsibilities for community programs, patient assessments, and working directly with physicians. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available for eligible candidates, and the role offers comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, tuition assistance, and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental coverage

Family Support (Fertility and Adoption Support)

Employer contribution to your retirement plan

Tuition assistance (part-time and full-time roles only)

Generous paid time off

Professional growth and advancement opportunities

Paid Military Leave

Community Involvement through Employee Resources Groups

Qualifications

• Candidate eligible to sit for BOC Boards.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification.
• Licensed Athletic Trainer (Pennsylvania) required.

Responsibilities

• Provides Athletic Training Services to patients.
• Develops and presents community education programs.
• Performs initial patient assessments and home education.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Job Summary **$5,000 Sign on bonus for eligible candidates.** Provides care to athletes/patients in a preventive, emergency, and rehabilitative manner in accordance with Physician's orders, and documents such care and treatment. Assists in the development and presentation of educational and community programs that support the Orthopaedics service line. Acts as a physician extender to the supervising physician within the Orthopaedics clinics.

Job Duties

• Provides Athletic Training Services to patients and contracted organizations as assigned.
• Assists with the development, implementation, and staffing for community events and related programming.
• Provides support by covering other contracted schools or changing assignments.
• Establishes and maintains community relations and provides educational programs for coaches, athletes, and community members.
• Establishes and updates contracted organization Policy and Procedure manual with annual reviews.
• Performs initial patient assessments and screens, develops and distributes ongoing patient education information.
• Distributes Home Exercise Programs (HEP) and educates patient and family as directed by supervising physician.
• Prepares injections for physicians and physician assistants.
• Performs splinting and casting under physicians' orders.
• Performs cast and suture removal.
• Performs scribing duties for a physician during a patient's physical exam, as needed.

Possible work location assignments:

Bloomsburg High School; Central Columbia High School; Danville High School; Midd-West High School; Milton High School; Selinsgrove High School; Shikellamy High School; Columbia Montour Votech; Bucknell Club

Accountable for satisfying all job-specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details

Any candidate eligible to sit for BOC Boards is encouraged to apply prior to testing date

*$5,000 Sign on bonus for eligible candidates*

Benefits

We’re proud to offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental coverage
• Family Support (Fertility and Adoption Support)
• Employer contribution to your retirement plan
• Tuition assistance (part-time and full-time roles only)
• Generous paid time off packages for travel, rest, and reconnecting with loved ones.
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities
• Support and mentorship from experienced nursing leaders
• Paid Military Leave
• Community Involvement through Employee Resources Groups

Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree (Required), Master's Degree (Preferred)

Certifications and Licenses include Basic Life Support, Certified Athletic Trainer, CPR (American Heart Association), and Licensed Athletic Trainer (Pennsylvania).

Our Purpose & Values

Everything we do is about caring for our patients, members, students, and communities. We value kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety. We promote a collaborative and inclusive environment, encouraging diversity and equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.