Athletic Trainer (Catholic High School)

About the role

Provide services in regards to prevention, recognition, evaluation, immediate care and rehabilitation for all active individuals and sports-related injuries. The overall goal is to maximize safe return to activity. The individual will also demonstrate professional development and responsibility within the field of athletic training and perform related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs.
• Provide care in clinical and/or outreach athletic training settings.
• Work occasional odd hours, including weekends and travel as required.

Requirements

• Graduate of an athletic training program from an accredited college or university.
• State of practice licensure or eligibility for Athletic Trainer is required.
• Certification through the Board of Certification, Inc.
• Professional Rescuer CPR or its equivalent.
• Trained and capable of performing patient care.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in athletic training or related field.
• Some experience in athletic training (preferred but not required).
• National Athletic Trainers Association certification as an athletic trainer.

Skills & Knowledge

• Adaptability to varying work environments and schedules.
• Ability to use therapeutic modalities, thermal and electric modalities, computers, dictaphones, cellular phones, and therapeutic equipment.

Working Conditions

• Primarily located in Springfield, Missouri, for a Catholic high school.
• Full-time position.
• Occasional weekend work and travel required throughout the year.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition support.
• Matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.