What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Athletic Trainer - Head Football position at NovaCare Rehabilitation?
Overview
NovaCare Rehabilitation and Youngstown State University are collaborating to deliver exceptional Sports Medicine care to the student athlete population of Youngstown State University. This is a 12-month position. The Head football Athletic Trainer will coordinate health-care for the football team including emergency management, orthopedic care, and illness management.
Student Debt Benefit Available!
Schedule: Typical HS ATC hours
Compensation: Starting at $55k/yr (pending experience)
Why Join Us:
- Industry-wide unmatched continuing education (CEU) program with unlimited access to CEU courses, national certifications and more. Free for ATC's!
- Comprehensive health-care and 401(k) plans
- Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews
Responsibilities
- Design and implement specific therapeutic programs for injured athletes’ rehabilitation
- Determine the need for and administer proper athletic training techniques before and during games/practices to decrease risk of injury (techniques can include taping, wrapping, bracing, proper hydration and minor wound care)
- Determine the effectiveness of athletic training/rehabilitative techniques and record change as indicated by athlete response within limits of specified plan of care
- Manage emergency incidents, coordinate EMS and acute care procedures including basic life support to reduce the impact on function of an injured athlete.
- Seek outreach opportunities and participate in events to promote the company (races, club teams, etc.)
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree
- National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) certification
- CPR certification
- Applicable state license where required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree
Additional Data
Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
Salary : $55,000
