Senior Athletic Trainer

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Center Valley (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network seeks an Athletic Trainer to provide comprehensive care including prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for athletes at assigned locations.

Responsibilities include on-site coverage at practices and events, documenting care, educating patients and families, and coordinating with physicians for optimal outcomes. Travel within 50 miles is required; Bachelor’s in Athletic Training is essential, with a Master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training from a CAATE accredited program.
• 2 years experience in the clinical setting.
• Knowledge base of normal anatomy, physiology, body’s response to exercise, and nutrition.
• Knowledge base of musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and psychological demands placed on the injured athlete.
• Knowledge base of compliance plans, HIPAA, and quality assurance programs.
• Computer literate with practice management software, electronic health records, and Microsoft Office (Excel).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel within 50 miles of assigned partner location.
• AT/ATL/BLS credentials required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations of injuries and illnesses with assessment, examination, and diagnosis.
• Provide onsite medical coverage during practices, games, and events.
• Deliver immediate and emergency medical care for athletes and patients.
• Design and adjust individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans.
• Deliver interventions including therapeutic exercise and manual therapy per physician guidance.
• Coordinate patient care with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate documentation of evaluations, treatments, and interactions.
• Educate athletes, patients, families, and coaches on injury prevention and rehab expectations.
• Assist with seasonal sports physicals.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Travel within 50 miles

Maturity and emotional intelligence

Decision-making skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training from CAATE accredited program

Master’s Degree in Athletic Training (preferred)

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Excel

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation’s most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward‑thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the ‘Best Hospitals’ by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We’re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an ‘A’ grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN’s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you’re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Delivers direct care to support optimal athletic performance, including prevention, immediate care, evaluation, diagnosis, rehabilitation, and reconditioning. Ensures adherence to state practice acts, BOC Standards of Professional Practice, and physician oversight requirements. Provides leadership to the Sports Medicine department through oversight of assigned partner location and/or involvement in special projects. Responsible for the overall organization and administration of athletic training services at their service location and/or within their respective project area. Manages service delivery at assigned location, completes required documentation, contributes to staff and student education, and identifies opportunities to improve quality and efficiency.

Job Duties

• Conduct thorough evaluations of injuries and illnesses, including assessment, examination, and diagnosis of acute, chronic, and emergent conditions.
• Provide onsite medical coverage and injury management during practices, games, and other contractually obligated sporting events as assigned.
• Provide immediate and emergency medical care for injured athletes and patients in a timely and effective manner.
• Design, implement, and adjust individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans based on continuous evaluation of patient progress.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions—including therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and approved modalities—in alignment with physician direction and professional standards.
• Coordinate patient care by communicating effectively with physicians and other healthcare professionals and facilitating necessary referrals.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and compliant documentation of all evaluations, treatments, and patient interactions in accordance with regulatory, professional, and departmental guidelines.
• Educate athletes, patients, families, and coaches on injury prevention, condition management, safe participation, and rehabilitation expectations.
• Assist with seasonal sports physicals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training from a CAATE accredited program
• 2 years experience in the clinical setting
• Knowledge base of normal anatomy, physiology, body’s response to exercise, and nutrition
• Knowledge base of musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and psychological demands placed on the injured athlete
• Knowledge base of compliance plans, HIPAA, and quality assurance programs
• Computer literate and knowledge base of practice management software, electronic health records, and Microsoft Office products with emphasis on Excel
• Must demonstrate a high level of maturity, emotional intelligence, and decision‑making skills
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to plan, implement, document, communicate, and refer to the appropriate healthcare professionals
• Ability to flex work schedule outside of normal business hours to meet the demands of clients
• Ability to prioritize workloads, manage time, and multi‑task in an effective manner
• Ability to travel within 50 miles of assigned partner location
• AT - Athletic Trainer - Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer Upon Hire and
• ATL - Athletic Trainer License - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire and
• BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association Upon Hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Athletic Training from a CAATE accredited program
• 5 years experience in the clinical setting
• BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor - American Heart Association Upon Hire

Physical Demands

Lift over 50 lbs. Push/pull up to 140 lbs. Carry 80 lbs. short distances. Frequent standing/walking, squatting, kneeling, crawling, climbing and reaching overhead.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift:

Day Shift

Address:

2809 Saucon Valley Road

Primary Location:

Sports Performance- Penn State Lehigh Valley

Position Type:

Onsite

Union:

Not Applicable

Work Schedule:

Sun-Sat; variable

Department:

1004-00124 Sports Perfm - PSU LV - CH