An Athletic Trainer treats injuries and provides training to minimize the risk of injury for athletes and people playing sports. Responds when an athlete is injured on the field. Works for schools or colleges, for professional sports teams, or in physicians' offices.
First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America) Hours per week: 40
Job Information Exemption Status:
Exempt A Brief Overview The certified athletic trainer will provide athletic training services, under the direction of a licensed physician, to Washburn University who have contracted for those services. These services will include the rendering of urgent care, the assessment, management, treatment, rehabilitation and recondition of the student athletes whose conditions are within the professional preparation and education of the certified athletic trainer. The athletic trainer will carry out tasks with regard to the management of the Washburn athletic training outreach program and athletic training staff. Education Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Physical Education or related field from 4-year college or university. Required Master's Degree Preferred Experience Qualifications 1 year Athletic training experience. Preferred Licenses and Certifications Athletic Trainer (AT) - KSBHA Required What you will do Prevention, recognition, evaluation and immediate care, rehabilitation and reconditioning of athletic injuries. Incorporate use of modalities such as mechanical stimulation, heat, cold, light, air, water, electricity, sound, massage and the use of therapeutic exercises and reconditioning exercise. Provide athletic training coverage of assigned athletic events to include evening and weekend events. Pre-game/practice taping and preparation. Maintain accurate records of injuries and treatments. Make appropriate referrals for injured student athletes. Act as a liaison between physicians, Washburn University, athletes and their parents/coaches. Present educational programs for coaches, educators, parent groups, medical groups and civic organizations. Travel Requirements 50% Will require travel for coverage of Washburn University games as part of our sports medicine agreement. Required for All Jobs Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health Performs other duties as assigned Patient Facing Options Position is Patient Facing Remote Work Guidelines Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards. Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed. Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours. Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor. Abide by Stormont Vail's Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually. Remote Work Capability On-Site;
No Remote Scope No Supervisory Responsibility No Budget Responsibility No Budget Responsibility Physical Demands Balancing:
Continuously greater than 5 hours
Carrying:
Continuously greater than 5 hours Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour Climbing (Stairs): Occasionally 1-3
Hours Crawling:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Crouching:
Continuously greater than 5 hours Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour Driving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hour
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination:
Continuously greater than 5 hours
Feeling:
Continuously greater than 5 hours Grasping (Fine Motor): Continuously greater than 5 hours Grasping (Gross Hand): Continuously greater than 5 hours
Handling:
Continuously greater than 5 hours
Hearing:
Continuously greater than 5 hours
Kneeling:
Continuously greater than 5 hours
Lifting:
Continuously greater than 5 hours up to 50 lbs
Operate Foot Controls:
Continuously greater than 5 hours
Pulling:
Continuously greater than 5 hours up to 50 lbs
Pushing:
Continuously greater than 5 hours up to 50 lbs Reaching (Forward): Continuously greater than 5 hours up to 50 lbs Reaching (Overhead): Continuously greater than 5 hours up to 50 lbs
Occasionally 1-3 Hours Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment. Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.
