Athletic Trainer - Penn High School
Company: Saint Joseph Health System
Location: Mishawaka
Posted on: October 20, 2024
Job Description:
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Why Saint Joseph Health System?
At Saint Joseph Health System, our values give us strength. That
character guides every decision we make - even when those decisions
are complicated, costly or hard.---We honor our mission to care for
every man, woman and child who needs us by investing in technology,
people and capabilities that allow us to set the standard for
quality care.JOB SUMMARYOptimizes the health, safety and general
well-being of all student athletes participating in school system
sanctioned athletics, during practice and contest times. Records
status of athletes to respective coaches and physicians. JOB
DUTIES
- Complies with regulatory agency (NATA, JCAHO, Health
Professionals Bureau, etc.) standards and regulations.
- Coordinates training room activities during treatment
periods.
- Administers treatments to injured or ill athletes in
consultation with the team physician.
- Responsible for the rehabilitation program and supervises the
training program for the injured athlete for the purpose of
returning to athletic competition.
- Recognizes and manages minor injuries or illnesses during
athletic practices and competition by administering first-aid
treatments as required by the situation.
- Applies protective and injury preventative devices such as
tape, bandaging and bracing.
- Coordinates athletic training and supplies for teams traveling
without direct athletic training support.
- Provides contest coverage for home events in all sports
including IHSAA events (as is practical and deemed as priority and
so assigned).
- Participates in team pre-participation physical examination
sessions.
- Maintains an inventory and makes recommendations for athletic
training services, including ordering supplies and replacing
/repairing defective equipment used in trainer's room as may be
appropriate from time to time.
- Coordinates the use of proper protective equipment, injury
prevention techniques and conditioning methods with team
coaches.
- Maintains records related to injury/illness occurrences and the
rehabilitative course of the injured athlete. Participates as
requested in orientation of other staff. Makes appropriate
recommendations and referrals for additional services. Consults
with other professionals and/or appropriately seeks assistance from
co-workers as needed. Engages patient using interpersonal dynamics
to facilitate and effect therapeutic changes. Implements and
participates in injury and illness prevention procedures and
education for student athletes. Provides supervision and training
to student athletic trainers. Participates in student program, as
appropriate, and based on level of experience and expertise.
Performs other duties consistent with purpose of job as
directed.JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIESEducation:
Bachelor of Science Degree with an emphasis in Sports
Medicine/Athletic trainingLicensure: Must be certified in the State
of Indiana as an Athletic Trainer.Experience: Previous experience
in a sport rotation preferred, will accept a new graduate from an
accredited college.Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic
healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our
Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and
inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived
experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become
our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the
most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity
Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other
status protected by law. Associated topics: athletic director,
athletic trainer, director of athletics, fitness director, fitness
instructor, wellness director, wellness instructor
Keywords: Saint Joseph Health System, Mishawaka , Athletic Trainer - Penn High School, Human Resources , Mishawaka, Indiana
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