What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer position at Portneuf Health?
Overview
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Join our team as a variable-shift, PRN, Sports Medicine Athletic Trainer in Pocatello, ID.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
- Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
- Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
- Portneuf Medical Center (PMC) is a nationally recognized healthcare leader with 205 beds, serving as the region's Level II Trauma Center and tertiary referral hospital, and is home to the Portneuf Heart and Vascular Institute, Portneuf Cancer Center, Portneuf Medical Group, and Portneuf Air Rescue. PMC has a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, an adult intensive care unit, nationally recognized orthopedic services, a full suite of cardiac care, Center of Excellence-recognized surgeons, imaging, and primary and specialty care.
Responsibilities
- Manage and provide care for injuries to affiliated school district student-athletes, including the assessment, management, treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning; render emergency care, when necessary, and assist in the development of injury prevention programs.
- Athletic trainers will also be required to assist in the provision of sports medicine care at sponsored outreach sports medicine care at various community events throughout the year, as assigned by the Outreach Sports Medicine Program Director.
- Such events include (but are not limited to) youth football, youth soccer, cycling and triathlon, high school rodeo, baseball, basketball, track and field, and skiing/snowboarding.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's in Athletic Training.
- Current Athletic Trainer licensure with Idaho Board of Medicine
- Current Athletic Trainer licensure with Board of Certification (BOC)
BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
Preferred Job Requirements:
- Masters degreee in Athletic Training.