ATHLETIC TRAINER - Per Diem

Job Opportunity Job ID: 55905 Positions Location: Lansing, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job: To Description:

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

To promote Sparrow Orthopedics Sports Medicine to the greater 12 County Market, its school systems, athletic directors, coaches, parents, student’s athletes and community members.

Essential Duties

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Work in a collaborative manner with Orthopedic Surgeons, Orthopedic Administration Physical Therapist, Physician's Assistant and Outpatient Rehabilitation Services to develop, market and implement Sparrow Orthopedics Sports Medicine programs and summer camps within the Sparrow 12 count market including (but not limited to): ACL (Jump Training) Injury Prevention Program, Golf Fitness, Runner's Clinic, Shoulder Stability Program for Throwers, Speed and Agility, Sport Specific Injury Prevention programs, Strength and Power Training Programs, Swimming Injury Prevention Program and Sport Conditioning and Athletic Performance Enhancement Programs.
• Staff contracted high school's athletic training room during all regularly scheduled athletic practices and sessions, providing full-time coverage during the start of the fall sports season including conditioning and "two-a-day" practices.
• Provide on-site staffing of all regularly scheduled "home" and "away" sporting events for contracted high school athletic programs as requested in advance by the athletic director.
• Conduct Saturday sports injury triage and treatment clinic(s) with Orthopedic PA for athletic team members.
• Maintain direct access with coaches and student athletes to Orthopedic Surgeons and/or Orthopedic PA for consultation during training and practice sessions.
• Assist high school Athletic Director with recommendations for supplies and equipment needs.
• Supervise and mentor Athletic Department's student trainer program.
• Work in a collaborative manner with Orthopedic Surgeons, Orthopedic Administration Physical Therapist, Physician's Assistant and Outpatient Rehabilitation Services to develop, market, and implement educational programs covering children and adolescents recreational-related issues including but not limited to: ACL sprain/tear, Ankle sprain, Bursitis, Concussions, Dislocations, Asthma, Foot sprains/strains, Low back strains, Meniscal injuries, Muscle strains, Tendonitis, Menstrual changes, female athlete triad, Little league elbow/shoulder, Tennis/golf elbow, Proper nutrition, Hydration, Growth plate injuries, and fractures.
  
  

Job Requirements

Work Experience Experience in Athletic Training preferred.

Education Graduate of a program accredited by Secretary of the Department of Education and/or Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation recognized agency with a BS degree in Athletic Training or Physical Education/Health

Specialized Knowledge and Skills Effective written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.

• Ability to perform multiple tasks and adapt to changing work situations.
• Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the athletes services in his /her assigned service area as related to the principle duties and responsibilities of the position. The skills and knowledge needed to proved such are may be gained through education, training and experience.
  
  

University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Requirements

Job Family Patient Services/Nursing Support Requirements:

Shift Days

Degree Type / Education Level Bachelor's

Status Per Diem

Facility Match Any

Experience Level New Grad