Athletic Trainer-Pro Sports Job Listing at Wheeling Hospital in Wheeling, WV (Job ID JR25-12343)

Description

Welcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full.  Below, you'll find other important information about this position.  The Athletic Trainer is responsible for assessment, injury prevention, and treatment of athletic injuries. Collaborates with physicians to develop and implement comprehensive rehabilitation programs for athletic injuries, evaluates athlete's readiness to play and provide participation clearances when necessary and warranted.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Athletic Training, Physiology, or other applicable discipline.

2. Must be Nationally Certified by the Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers.

3. In the state of West Virginia, Athletic Trainers must be licensed by the WV Board of Physical Therapy.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Two (2) years of experience in Athletic Training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

EXPERIENCE:

1. Two years of experience in Athletic Training in high-impact sports.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Analyze patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals. Evaluate patient outcomes to determine effectiveness of treatments.

2. Conduct an initial assessment of an athlete's injury or illness to provide emergency or continued care and to determine whether they should be referred to physicians for definitive diagnosis and treatment.

3. Assess and report the progress of recovering athletes to coaches or physicians.

4. Care for athletic injuries, using physical therapy equipment, techniques, or medication.

5. Evaluate athlete's functioning, capabilities, health or readiness to play. Provide participation clearances when necessary and warranted.

6. Instruct coaches, athletes, medical personnel, or other stakeholders in the care and prevention of athletic injuries.

7. Apply protective or injury preventive devices, such as tape, bandages, or braces, to body parts, such as ankles, fingers, or wrists.

8. Collaborate with physicians to develop and implement comprehensive rehabilitation programs for athletic injuries.

9. Travel with athletic teams to be available at sporting events.

10. Plan or implement comprehensive athletic injury or illness prevention programs.

11. Advise athletes, coaches, or trainers on exercise regimens, nutrition, or equipment

12. Confer with coaches to select protective equipment.

13. Develop training programs or routines designed to improve athletic performance.

14. Accompany injured athletes to hospitals.

15. Lead stretching exercises for team members prior to games or practices.

16. Conduct research or provide instruction on subject matter related to athletic training or sports medicine.

17. Recommend special diets to improve athletes' health, increase their stamina, or alter their weight.

18. Perform general administrative tasks, such as keeping records or writing reports.

19. Clean and sanitize athletic training rooms.

20. Inspect playing fields as applicable to locate any items that could injure players.

21. File athlete insurance claims and communicate with insurance providers.

22. Teach sports medicine courses to athletic training students.

23. May participate in training camps.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Requires the ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for prolonged periods of time.

2. Requires the ability to travel for multiple nights away from home.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Typical outdoor weather conditions.  Normal outpatient, indoor clinical environment.

2. Potential exposure to blood borne pathogens and bodily fluids.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

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Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.