ATHLETIC TRAINER
Job Summary
Recognizes, manages, and rehabilitates injuries to professional, amateur, and recreational athletes.
Job Responsibilities
- Prepares athletes for practice or competition.
- Evaluates and manages injuries and determines whether a referral is necessary.
- Maintains a medical file on each athlete and acts as a liaison between the physician and the athlete.
- Implements treatment and rehabilitation programs under the supervision of a physician.
- Develops conditioning programs for injured and non-injured athletes.
- Provides techniques for prevention of injuries.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in Athletic Training required upon hire ORBachelor's degree or higher in related field required upon hireNo experience requiredATC - Licensed as an Athletic Trainer in the state of Kentucky required upon hire ANDBLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position ORHeartsaver CPR AED required within 90 days of employment in this positionSkills and Attributes
Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.Works under minimal supervision.Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Physical Demands
Standing : FrequentlyWalking : FrequentlySitting : OccasionallyLifting 0-25 lbs : FrequentlyLifting 25-75 lbs : RarelyLifting over 75 lbs : RarelyCarrying 0-25 lbs : FrequentlyCarrying 25-75 lbs : RarelyCarrying over 75 lbs : RarelyPushing / Pulling 0-25 lbs : FrequentlyPushing / Pulling 25-75 lbs : FrequentlyPushing / Pulling over 75 lbs : FrequentlyClimbing : OccasionallyBending / Stooping : FrequentlyKneeling : OccasionallyCrouching / Crawling : OccasionallyReaching : FrequentlyTalking : FrequentlyHearing : FrequentlyRepetitive Foot / Leg Movements : RarelyRepetitive Hand / Arm Movements : FrequentlyKeyboard Data Entry : FrequentlyRunning : OccasionallyVision : Depth Perception : FrequentlyVision : Distinguish Color : FrequentlyVision : Seeing Far : FrequentlyVision : Seeing Near : FrequentlyOwensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.
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