Lafayette Hospital + Clinics (LH+C) – Athletic Trainer

Application Deadline: 2026-09-07 Job Type: County Job Description Job Title: Staff Athletic Trainer Reports to: Director of Rehabilitation and Therapy Position Qualifications – Educational Requirements Meet Wisconsin Continuing Education Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree; Master’s preferred Certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification. Licensed Athletic Trainer in State of WI Valid driver’s license for use in Wisconsin and current auto insurance. Skin Caliper Certification preferred Valid CPR and AED training Requirements for Athletic Trainers Position Summary This position, using written protocols approved by a supervising physician, provides evaluation and treatment of injuries or illnesses sustained while participating in a physical activity. These services may include but are not limited to, the schools systems of Lafayette County and the surrounding area, clinical services within the Rehab department, supportive services in the Specialty Clinic Ortho Department and Community Outreach programs in areas related to physical activity. They will also perform Rehab Service Aide duties. The athletic trainer is expected to meet LHC’s professional, clinical, technical, communication and documentation requirements and standards and to make decisions based on established guidelines. Essential Job Functions Under direction of supervising physician and within written protocols, provide assessment, evaluation and treatment of injuries that occur during physical activities during weekday, evening and weekend hours. This can includeTaking a basic medical history which may include any of the following:  Previous medical history.  Previous surgical history.  Pertinent family medical history.  Current medication history including known drug allergies  Relevant social history.  Chief medical complaint.  History of the present injury or illness for which the person to be treated is seeking evaluation and treatment. Perform evaluations that may include  Palpation.  General observation  Motion assessment  Muscle strength tests  Endurance tests.  Neurological assessment  Joint play assessment  Functional evaluation  Objective physical measurements  Circulatory assessment Performing treatments that may include  Emergency care  Ultrasound  Phonophoresis  Electrical nerve stimulation  Iontophoresis  Specified diathermy  Intermittent compression  Traction  Therapeutic massage  Moist heat  Paraffin baths  Cryotherapy Perform rehabilitation that may include  Progressive resistance exercise  Range of motion exercise  Trigger point therapy  Joint mobilization for range of motion only  Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation  Functional exercise  Cardiovascular exercise  Aquatic exercise  Taping, bracing and splinting  Isokinetic exercise  Isometric exercise  Isotonic exercise Administering specifically enumerated drugs. Provides education to athletes/coaches/patient/ family and the community in the areas of sports/physical activity injury and prevention. Provides input as to the fitness and conditioning status or athletes/physical activity participants. Coordinates pre- and post- participations exams and acquires protective equipment for individuals as needed. Provides athletic training services at sponsored sporting events. Assists physical therapists in the treatment of patients with sports or orthopedic conditions referred for rehabilitation. The physical therapist will evaluate the patient, set goals and monitor progress. The athletic trainer will assist with the implementation of the treatment plan Woks with staff to develop and implement outreach programs. Demonstrates professional responsibility in the athletic trainer roleDemonstrates leadership skills.Demonstrates communication skills with other professionals.Demonstrates communication skills with athletes/coaches/patient/family/community members.Complies with personnel policies.Takes responsibility for self- development.Creates an environment that fosters professional behavior.Verbalizes expectations related to organizational mission, department expectations and performance improvement.Demonstrates fiscal responsibility.Demonstrates team- building skills.Demonstrates supervisory responsibilities.Demonstrates advocacy towards athletes/coaches/patient/family including an awareness of customer satisfaction, an understanding of patient rights and responsibilities, confidentiality, informed consent, advance care planning, process for resolution of a conflict in care or treatment decisions, organizational ethics (Code of Ethics), and Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) Resuscitation Plan.Complies with Compliance Plan.Maintain knowledge and competency of EMR. Demonstrates organizational skillsPrioritizes patient care responsibilities.Gives rationale for clinical decisions.Demonstrates ability to adapt responses to unexpected events.Delegates activities. Completes patient care responsibilities within specified timeframe. Demonstrates communication responsibilities.Communicates pertinent patient information to physician and other healthcare professionals.Demonstrates documentation per protocol.Demonstrates procedure for calling a medical emergency. Complies with health and safety standards and guidelines.Maintains a safe environment.Follows procedures for reporting and recording of health and safety-related incidents.Complies with emergency plans.Complies with policy and procedures on fire safety.Complies with standards and guidelines on electrical safety.Complies with standards/guidelines on fall prevention/protection.Complies with standards/guidelines for ergonomic safety.Manages equipment safety.Complies with standards/guidelines on chemical safety.Complies with guidelines for biohazard safety.Complies with standards/guidelines on bloodborne pathogen exposure control.Complies with standards/guidelines on tuberculosis (TB).Complies with standards/guidelines on respiratory protection plan.Complies with standards/guidelines on personal protective equipment (PPE).Complies with standards/guidelines on physical restraints.Complies with standards/guidelines on workforce violence.Complies with employee health requirements. Performs other duties as necessary Skills Must have strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Must have an understanding of the physical and emotional stresses that occur with illness and disease and be able to work with individuals under these stresses. Must be able to interact and practice collaboration with a variety of healthcare professionals, coaches, school officials and other community members. Must have the ability to motivate people and create a positive work environment. Must have the ability to resolve problems quickly and effectively. Must display a high degree of emotional maturity while keeping difficult situations in proper perspective. Physical Demands Full range of body motion and dexterity to allow for the significant handling, transferring, pushing/pulling, and lifting of patients and equipment. The ability to frequently lift, carry, push or pull up to 75 lb. and occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull over 75 lb. Standing and walking 85% of the time and sitting 15% of the time. Eye-hand coordination, finger dexterity, odor and color perception and discrimination, functional visual ability and depth perception, functional sound perception and discrimination Frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, twisting, reaching at/or above and below shoulder level, and balancing. Wearing gloves and other protective equipment Working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours Able to work outdoors in inclement weather Typical Mental Demands Ability to deal with pressure to meet deadlines, to be accurate, to handle constantly changing situations, and to create a positive work environment. Ability to deal with a variety of people, stressful situations, and handle conflict, while maintaining a positive work environment. Ability to communicate in a professional manner both verbally and in writing. Ability and willingness to gain new skills and knowledge necessary for the performance of essential job functions. Ability to give, receive and analyze information for the performance of essential job functions. Must be mentally adaptable and flexible in dealing with a variety of people and facilities to create a positive work environment. Is frequently called upon to handle difficult situations. Must be able to deal with a variety of emotions and frustrations. Emotional stability and personal maturity are important attributes in this position. Must be able to resolve problems, handle conflicts, and make effective decisions under pressure. Must be able to give, receive, and analyze information. Must be able to remember multiple messages, information, and task assignments for up to 8 hours. Must be able to effectively communicate, provide verbal feedback and written documentation in a professional manner. Requires public contact and excellent interpersonal skills. Working Conditions Exposure to disagreeable odors, communicable diseases, and bodily fluids; exposure to chemicals such as disinfectants, cleansers, soap, etc.; exposure to latex, plastic, and other materials used for personal protective equipment. Exposure to unpredictable patient behaviors. Requires independent car travel to facilities. Equipment Knowledge Ability to use oxygen delivery systems, lifts and other transfer devices, as well as ECG machines, cardiac defibrillators, and telemetry monitoring systems. Ability to use office equipment such as the phone/paging systems, copy, scanning, fax, computer and printer options. Employee Responsibility In An Emergency As an employee of Memorial Hospital of Lafayette County, you are expected to respond to emergencies involving the safety of patients, other employees, visitors and the facility. This includes the ability to assist with a possible evacuation of facility if that has been deemed necessary. Management Statement This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. The employee will also perform other reasonable job related duties as assigned by the supervisor and/or other management personnel. Management reserves the right to change job responsibilities, duties and hours as needs prevail. This document is for management communication only and not intended to imply a written or implied contract of employment. https://www.lafayettecountywi.org/hr/job-opening/lhc-part-time-or-temporary-full-time-athletic-trainer Deadline Note: 11:59PM