Athletic trainer

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Schedule Weekly Hours:

Gundersen is seeking a highly qualified and motivated Certified Athletic Trainer to join our team! This is for a full-time position to provide coverage to school athletics at the Sparta High School.

What you will do:

• Covering school sports practices from approximately 3:00-6:00pm and sporting events as needed

• Possible clinic hours available

What you will get:

• PM and weekend shift differentials

• Work/Life balance to love what you do

• An amazing supportive team

• A top-rated retirement plan and healthcare benefits
  
  

What you need:

• Board Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) by the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA-BOC)

• Licensed Athletic Trainer - Wisconsin (LAT) and some positions may require additional state licenses

• Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross

If you are looking to be a part of a stable and growing mission-driven organization, this may be the right opportunity for you!

Job Description:

Certified athletic trainer will provide, within the scope of practice, prevention, clinical evaluation, immediate care, treatment, rehabilitation, and triage of injuries incurred by patients. Certified athletic trainer will maintain flexibility in work schedule with evening and weekend work expected. Certified athletic trainer will work under the direction of a sports medicine physician and report to clinical manager or supervisor. In addition, when working in a clinic assignment, will support clinicians in the clinic of Sports Medicine as directed by the clinicians.

Major Responsibilities:
1. Athletic trainer will provide, within the scope of practice, prevention, clinical evaluation, immediate care, treatment, rehabilitation, education, and triage of injuries incurred by patients.
2. Athletic trainer works with institutions enrolled in the Outreach Program to provide athletic training services to athletes.
3. Athletic trainer works with organizations and institutions to provide athletic training coverage of athletic practices and events at the professional, intercollegiate, interscholastic and recreational levels.
4. Athletic trainer works with medical staff supporting the function of Gundersen Sports Medicine Clinic.
5. Athletic trainer works with both internal and external medical staff to Gundersen Health System, in providing athletic training services to patients.
6. Athletic trainer works with physical therapists to provide appropriate care to patients of the Gundersen Sports Medicine Physical Therapy clinics.
7. When working in a clinic assignment, also performs the following:

• Provides pre-operative therapy programs and home therapy programs for patients as directed by the clinician
• Provides casting, splinting and brace fitting services and education regarding appropriate care. Performs pre-visit planning for clinicians as directed.

8. Adheres to regular and predictable attendance.
9. Personally interacts, engages with and cares for patients.
10. Ensures patient safety.

11. Other work related duties as assigned.

Education and Learning:
REQUIRED
Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or Sports Medicine or a related field


DESIRED
Master's degree in Athletic Training or Sports Medicine or a related field

Work Experience:
REQUIRED
No experience required. New graduates are welcome to apply.


DESIRED
1 year in a high school or clinical setting. Experience with casting, splinting, and bracing techniques and applications. Previous experience working with EPIC software system or other medical tracking software.

License and Certifications:
REQUIRED
Board Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) by the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA-BOC)
Licensed Athletic Trainer - Wisconsin (LAT) and some positions may require additional state licenses
Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross.


DESIRED
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) or Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) or Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES)

Age Specific Population Served:
Pediatric (1 - 12 years)
Adolescent (13 - 17 years)
Adult (18 - 64 years)
Geriatric (65 years & older)



OSHA Category:
Category I - All Employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other potentially infectious materials.



Environmental Conditions:
Exposed to infectious diseases.
Subject to outside environmental conditions.

Physical Requirements/Demands Of The Position:
Sitting Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Static Standing Continually (67-100% or 8 hours)
Walking/Standing Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Driving Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Stooping/Bending Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Squatting Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Kneeling/Half Kneel Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Climbing Stair Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Climbing Ladder Rarely (1-5% or .5 hours)
Reaching - Shoulder Level Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Reaching - Below Shoulder Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Reaching - Above Shoulder Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Repetitive Actions - Pinch Forces Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Repetitive Actions - Grip Forces Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Repetitive Actions - Fine Manipulation Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Balance - Right Leg Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Balance - Left Leg Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Lifting - Floor to Waist Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Number of lbs 25-50
Lifting - Waist to Overhead Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 0-25
Lifting - Other Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 25-50
Carrying - Long Carry (>50 feet) Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 25-50
Carrying - Short Carry Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 50-75
Carrying - Right Carry Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 0-25
Carrying - Left Carry Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 0-25
Push/Pull (Static Force) Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 75-100

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