What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer - Full Time - Mercy Hospital Springfield position at Mercy?
Athletic Trainer - Full Time
High School Outreach
Springfield, MO
Overview:
Provide services in regards to prevention, recognition, evaluation, immediate care and rehabilitation for all active individuals and sports related injuries. Overall goal is to maximize safe return to activity.The individual will also demonstrate professional development and responsibility within the field of athletic training.The incumbent will perform related duties as assigned. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: Graduate of athletic training program from accredited college or university.
- Licensure: State of practice licensure or eligible for Athletic Trainer is required.
- Certifications: Certification through the Board of Certification. Professional Rescuer CPR or its equivalent.
- Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: This individual must be trained and capable of performing patient care and possess the ability to 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, and to provide the care needed.
- Working Conditions, Mental and Physical Requirements:
- Clinical and/or Outreach Athletic Training settings.
- The individual must be very adaptable and willing to work occasional odd hours.
- There will be occasional weekend work and travel required throughout the year.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Preferred Education: Master's Degree in athletic training or related field is preferred.
- Preferred Certification: National Athletic Trainers Association certification as an athletic trainer.
- Preferred Experience: Some experience preferred.
We Offer Great Benefits:
Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!
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What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?
Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
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