Certified Athletic Trainer - Palisades School District

Full-Time Day Shift Department Sports Perfm

• Palisade SD
• CH Shift Details Day Shift, Mon-Sat, variable hours Job ID wd-JR135863 Posted May 5, 2026 Join a team that delivers excellence.

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce. Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a health care organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work. 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

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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. Completes all required patient documentation, participates in staff and student education, and identifies opportunities to improve service 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 Less than 1 year 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 AHA
• American Heart Association Upon Hire Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in Athletic Training from a CAATE accredited program 2 years experience in the clinical setting 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.

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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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• Palisades SD 35 Church Hill Road, 18930-9685, Kintnersville, United States (Map)