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Athletic Trainer 

Category Sports Medicine - 7097  
Description

JOB SUMMARY:

  • The trainer must be a graduate of a curriculum program for athletic trainers that award a Bachelors or Master's degree approved by the National Athletic Trainer's Association.
  • Must also be certified by the National Athletic Trainer's Association and licensed by the Indiana Medical Licensing Board.
  • An Associate in this position may provide direct patient care for pediatric, adolescent, and/or adult patients through the Rehabilitation Services department or the contracted School.
  • Evaluation and treatment as well as documentation of patient progress is required as well as the ability to communicate with patients, family, physicians, physical therapists, school, administrators, coaches and co-workers.
  • Supervision of students is also required.
  • The associate must adhere to established organizational and departmental policies and safety guidelines and possess problem solving abilities, excellent customer service skills and Patient First characteristics.
  • The associate must assist in maintaining a safe working environment throughout the facility and be available for on-call and call-back responsibilities, as required.
  • Will be providing a vital link in the athlete's sports medicine journey.
  • Will be working closely with the athletes and their caregivers to facilitate a smooth transition to the sports medicine clinic and/or physician's office, when needed.
  • The athletic trainer will also communicate with the physician, therapist and athletes to assist in the transition of that athlete back onto the field in one cohesive process.

QUALIFICATIONS:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • The associate must can perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Must demonstrate the knowledge and technical skill necessary for providing competent, comprehensive patient care as well as display behavior which promotes good guest relations to students, school staff, patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers.
  • Must be able to communicate and comprehend the English language and possess keyboarding skills for computer documentation.
  • The trainer is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of student athletes as well as the development of a rehabilitation program that meets the parameters of the referring physician.
  • Must be able to teach/instruct patients, families and colleagues.
  • The trainer is responsible for accurate documentation that meets state, federal and facility guidelines as well as participation in departmental meetings/activities.
  • Requires knowledge of the healthcare system work environment and the role of the athletic trainer in the 'health care team'.

EXPECTED BEHAVIORS:

  • Conducts interactions with student athletes, parents, school staff, physicians, other associates and the public in a manner consistent with the intent of the hospital's mission, vision, and values.
  • Performs appropriate diagnostic musculoskeletal, neurological and functional skills tests and establishes a plan of treatment.
  • Instructs and assists student athletes in the performance of therapeutic exercise, gait training and activities of daily living and provides education in proper posture/ body mechanics to promote prevention of injury and maximize therapeutic outcomes.
  • Reads current literature and publications concerning therapeutic techniques and trends in Athletic Training/health care.
  • Participates in departmental performance/quality improvement and program development as well as in departmental events such as Heartbeats, health fairs, etc.
  • Promotes the Rehab department through ongoing marketing within the medical community and the community at large.
 
Position Requirements

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE: Athletic Trainer (ATC); CPR

ADDITIONAL LICENSURE/CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: Athletic Training Licensure, National Athletic Trainers' Association.

ADDITIONAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Mandatory Continuing Education: Customer Service, Fire and Safety, Corporate Compliance (including Confidentiality), Infection Control, and education required by regulatory, accreditation bodies, scope of practice, and/or Hancock Regional Hospital.

 
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Shift Days  
Sign-On Bonus  
Resubmittal due to closure after 120 days open?  
Exempt/Non-Exempt  
Position Athletic Trainer (285)  
Number of Openings 1  
Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt  
Open Date 11/19/2019  
Location Hancock Regional Hospital  
About the Organization YOUR HEALTH IS OUR LIFE

Hancock Health is an Indiana-based, full-service healthcare network serving Hancock County and the surrounding areas. Our health system includes Hancock Regional Hospital, Hancock Physician Network and more than 20 other healthcare facilities, such as wellness centers, women's clinics, family practices, and the Sue Ann Wortman Cancer Center.

A Caring Community Partner
Our goal at Hancock Health is simple: To give every person the personalized attention necessary for a happy, healthy life. Our mission, vision, and values embody this goal.

OUR MISSION
To be a Caring Community Partner by healing, improving health and wellness, alleviating suffering, and delivering acts of kindness one person at a time.

OUR VISION
To be nationally recognized for kindness in the delivery of excellent quality patient care, efficient and effective operations, the adoption of proven technologies, the creation of a positive workplace environment, and excellence in community service.

OUR VALUES
Exceptional | Honorable | Devoted | Reliable | Kind  
EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.  

This position is currently not accepting applications.

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