Certified Athletic Trainer

About Us

At Wabash General Hospital, we are dedicated to putting patients at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our motto, “people you know, helping people you love,” we are committed to serving our community with care and compassion. We offer services for all generations, striving to be the trusted healthcare destination throughout every stage of life. Our compassionate and dedicated team is focused on delivering exceptional, individualized care to support patients and their loved ones every step of the way.

About the Role

We are seeking a licensed Certified Athletic Trainer to join our expanding Orthopaedics practice. Our Athletic Trainers are crucial to the success of our outreach program and an invaluable asset to the health of our athletic communities. They work collaboratively with our Orthopedic providers, providing access to injury assessments, treatment, and prevention strategies for local and area athletes. We currently serve thirteen high schools and two community colleges and counting.

Our Athletic Trainers enjoy autonomous practice, mentoring and engagement with a professional peer network, readily accessible physicians, and opportunities for career advancement.

New graduates are encouraged to apply, and we offer full scholarship programs for student loan reimbursement.

Responsibilities

• Evaluation, treatment, management, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries under the direction of WGH Physician Assistant, Michael Cheesman.
• Home event and practice coverage, with some travel to away events.
• Proper and prompt clinical documentation.
• Act as a communication liaison between primary care provider or specialist and school administration, athletes, and parents/guardians.
• Cognitive baseline testing and preventative program development and implementation.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
  • Free internal prescription program.
  • Employer contributions to premiums.
• Retirement Plans
  • 457(b) plan with employer matching.
  • 401(a) plan for employer contributions.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Vacation days: 12 to 27 days per year based on years of service.
  • Sick days: 12 days per year accruing to a maximum of 65 days.
  • Holidays: 6 observed paid holidays.
• Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible work schedules.
• Other Benefits
  • Employer-provided life insurance with optional additional coverage available at the employee's expense.
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • Employee assistance programs (EAP).
  • Health Savings Accounts.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Scholarship and tuition reimbursement.
  • Student-loan reimbursement program.
  • Sign-on bonus.
  • Wellness programs.
  • Volunteer opportunities.
  • Productivity, retention, and referral bonuses.