Provide comprehensive athletic healthcare and injury management for middle and high school students within the Lower Merion School District. Coordinate treatment plans, manage sports coverage for events, and facilitate patient referrals into the RI network.
Requirements summary
Requires a Bachelor's degree in an accredited athletic training program and active certification from the Pennsylvania Board of Medical Examiners and NATABOC. A minimum of two years of professional experience and current CPR certification are required.
Category: ClinicalRothman Orthopaedics is looking to hire a full time Field Athletic Trainer to support the Lower Merion School District! This role is designed to support both the middle school and high school students.
Schedule
Monday through Saturday, 40 hours per week *flexibility required!
Job
Summary: The Field Athletic Trainer provides services to scholastic athletes within an assigned school district program of care for all applicable sporting events, in school and game locations.
Key
Accountabilities: Athlete and patient referrals into RI network and relationship building within schools and communities.
Essential
Duties: Schedules and coordinates athletic activities calendar and treatments for efficient use of time. Displays excellent internal and external customer service. Meets goals of the NATA for athletic health care in a secondary school setting including criteria for certification and continuing education units. Carries out supervisory tasks as assigned by management with regard to the management of the outreach athletic healthcare department. Prepares daily athletic training responsibilities for athletic health care as stated in standards of practice for certified athletic trainers. Provides monthly and seasonal reports for injury tracking, physician referral, and rehabilitation utilization. Implements treatment plans that incorporate therapeutic exercise, modalities, and athletic conditioning as deemed necessary by treating physician or standing medical orders. Provides athletic health care coverage of assigned pre-season physicals, sports games or matches, and related events under the supervision of the secondary school’s athletic director. Promptly begins work assignments after receiving instructions in accordance with established policy with the ability to perform in an independent manner with minimal supervision. Determines athlete's physical readiness to participate. Implements pre-season, in-season and post-season strength and conditioning programs. Works confidently in crisis or emergency situation particularly with recognition of trauma, pathomechanics, psychological issues, and metabolic failure. Demonstrates knowledge of safety practices and use of athletic training equipment safely and efficiently. Informs athlete and families of important aspects of athletes present conditions including concussion, wound care, first aid, and follow-up care. Works effectively with team physician in sports coverage setting when appropriate. Exemplifies the desired culture and philosophies of the organization.
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Competitive Pay
Tuition Reimbursement
Dental Benefits
Comprehensive Health Benefits
Retirement Savings Plans
Minimum
Requirements: Bachelor's degree required (graduate of an approved, accredited athletic training education program as defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine); master's degree preferred. Actively certified by the Pennsylvania Board of Medical Examiners; Actively certified by the National Athletic Trainer’s Association Board of Certification (NATABOC), current CPR Certification. Minimum of two (2) years working under the supervision of NATA-approved trainers or equivalent years’ experience in a professional ATC position. Computer skills including, but not limited to, MS Office Suite
Salary Range
$45,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr Our Commitment to Employees: Come work at Rothman Orthopaedics! Our employees are our single greatest asset, as such, we strive to provide a professional, nurturing environment where every member of our team can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. This commitment to our employees has earned us the distinction as a Top Workplace in Philadelphia by the Philadelphia Inquirer year after year. Our employees enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health and dental benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and retirement savings plans. Rothman Orthopaedics is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to providing opportunities to all qualified applicants without regards to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We value developing an inclusive and equitable environment that strengthens our organization and allows us to better attract and retain a diverse workforce that is representative of our patients and our community. We model our values by creating and enacting practices that encourage participation from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. COVID-19 Policy: As a condition of employment at Rothman Orthopaedics, it is required you receive the COVID-19 vaccination. Rothman Orthopaedics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and requests for reasonable accommodations will be considered. Qualifications
Market context
Field athletic trainer roles in Pennsylvania
Field athletic trainer openings in Pennsylvania are often tied to schools, sports medicine groups, and community programs that need coverage for practices, games, and injury prevention. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for a bachelor’s degree in an accredited athletic training program, active Pennsylvania and NATABOC certification, two years of experience, and current CPR certification. Before applying, confirm your licensure and experience match the posting, and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full original description.
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