HOT NEED - Certified Athletic Trainer in Marshall, MI with $2920 Weekly Gross

Sage Group HealthCare Staffing is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer for a travel/contract position in Marshall, MI. Accepting both local and traveler candidates.

Position Details:

Position Name: Certified Athletic Trainer - Sports Medicine  

Location: Marshall, Michigan

Specialty: Athletic Trainer, Sports Medicine

Start Date: ASAP

Employment Type: Full-time, Travel, Contract, Temporary

Contract Length: 13 weeks with option to extend

Pay Rate: Range $2800 to $2920 weekly Gross pay based on a 36-hour work week (Includes non-taxable travel/housing and M&I stipend available for qualified/eligible travelers)

Unit: Clinic / Sports Medicine

Shifts available: Days

Schedule: 40 hours/week guaranteed, Monday-Friday, Shift timings may vary and schedule may include weekends depending on sports schedule 

• Sports Medicine Experience: 2 Years - Required
  
• Athletic Trainer experience - Required
  

Education, License and Certification Requirements:

• Certifed Athletic Trainer Licensed in MI - Required (Will accept a pending license if the candidate has already applied)
  
• BLS from AHA  - Required
  

Job Description:

Work in partnership with students, parents, coaches, and healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive care of student-athletes of local school district. Focus on injury and illness prevention, wellness promotion, clinical evaluation and diagnosis, emergency and immediate care, as well as treatment, rehabilitation, and support for the overall health and well-being of individuals involved in school athletic programs.

Essential Functions:

·        Consistently use an outward mindset and put forth exemplary effort in accomplishing his/her goals and objectives in a manner that helps others to achieve their goals and objectives.

·        Emphasizes five core competencies: prevention of injuries, evaluation and diagnosis, immediate care and first response, rehabilitation and recovery, and healthcare operations management.

·        Works closely with a licensed physician, collaborating with students, parents, coaches, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care.

·        Oversees key responsibilities such as patient triage, injury assessments, medical history collection, brace and equipment fitting, and the development and implementation of rehabilitation and injury prevention plans.

·        Maintains detailed and accurate records using our Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, while coordinating patient self-care strategies, designing home exercise programs, and providing educational resources to the community.

·        Delivers expert care across the spectrum of injury prevention, evaluation, emergency response, rehabilitation, and medical documentation.

·        Monitors patient progress, track outcomes, and report insights to the rehabilitation manager.

·        Leads efforts in community education related to athletic training, wellness initiatives, and injury prevention strategies.

·        Collaborates with healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient care coordination.

·        Attends and contributes to community and departmental meetings to advance program goals.

·        Communicates effectively with athletic director and the rehab manager to organize schedules, ensure availability, and provide event coverage.

·        Supports the growth and development of the sports medicine program through innovative initiatives and community engagement.

·        Offers on-site medical coverage for high school athletic events, serving as a trusted resource for athletes and coaches.

·        Participates in community wellness events and contribute to sports performance training programs.

·        Serves as the primary point of contact for high school athletic training needs, facilitating patient appointments and consultations as required.