Athletic Trainer - Rockford area high schools- PRNMercyhealth • Rockford, IL, US

Athletic Trainer - Rockford area high schools- PRN

Mercyhealth • Rockford, IL, US

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Overview

Requires a graduate of an accredited program
State license is required
PRN / Casual hours to cover sports events in the Rockford area schools

Evaluates physical conditions and advises and treats athletes to maintain maximum physical fitness for participation in athletic competition by performing the following duties :

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs assessment of injury or condition and takes appropriate follow up steps to ensure safe and proper care

Prescribes routine, preventive and corrective exercises to strengthen muscles, increase balance and improve flexibility

Provide practice, game / event coverage for assigned area

Respond to medical emergencies and provide assessment, stabilization and first aid

Make recommendations for athletic participation and return to sport guidelines

Complete accurate documentation of assessment and referrals

Refer athletes to physician for continued care per protocol

Perform manual techniques and utilize taping and bracing to relieve symptoms and improve function

Collaborate with sports medicine providers, physicians and other allied health professionals

May work in a clinic setting with physician or under the direction of a physical therapist

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an accredited school of Athletic Training

CERTIFICATION / LICENSURE

Licensed as an athletic trainer in WI, IL or both if required

CPR / BLS required within 30 days of hire

BOC certification

Maintain a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with proof of vehicle insurance when requested

Have / maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth’s HR-01-Fleet Safety policy

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Some independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards.

Certification / Licensure

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

Benefits

Mercyhealth offers a generous total rewards package to eligible employees including, but not limited to :

Comprehensive Benefits Package : Mercyhealth offers a retirement plan with competitive matching contribution, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options, life and disability coverage, access to flexible spending plans, and a variety of other discounted voluntary benefit options.

Competitive Compensation : Mercyhealth offers market competitive rates of pay and participates in various shift differential and special pay incentive programs.

Paid Time Off : Mercyhealth offers a generous paid time off plan, which increases with milestone anniversaries, to allow employees the opportunity for a great work-life balance.

Career Advancement : Mercyhealth offers a number of educational assistance programs and career ladders to support employees in their educational journey and advancement within Mercyhealth.

Employee Wellbeing : Mercyhealth has a focus on wellbeing for employees across the organization and offers a number of tools and resources, such as an employer-sponsored health risk assessment and a Wellbeing mobile application, to assist employees on their wellbeing journey.

Additional Benefits : Mercyhealth employees have access to our internal and external employee assistance programs, employee-only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on-demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education to help with retirement planning.

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