Athletic Trainer

Job Summary

To recognize, evaluate, screen and treat orthopedic and sport disabilities and injuries; to provide emergency medical care, and to develop or restore function through therapeutic treatments as prescribed or directed by a physician.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the E-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to:

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

To recognize, evaluate, screen and treat orthopedic and sport disabilities and injuries; to provide emergency medical care, and to develop or restore function through therapeutic treatments as prescribed or directed by a physician. This role supports MedSport Services in Ambulatory Rehab inclusive of Outreach Athletic Training Program. This position requires extensive standing/walking, as well as lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring of patients.

• Deliver direct patient care independently or with a team approach in conjunction with a physician,
  physical therapist and assistive personnel.
• Apply strapping, bandaging, or bracing designed to prevent or protect athletes against injury.
• Administer therapeutic techniques and modalities such as ultrasound, electrostimulation,
  hydrotherapy, cryotherapy, as well as active, passive, and assistive exercises.
• Perform preliminary evaluations, screen injuries and refer individuals to physicians.
• Assist in development of rehabilitation programs with physical therapist.
• Administer first aid to injured athletes.
• Assist in development of conditioning programs.
• Assist in development and implementation of training menus and diets.
• Assist in training of students who are in the athletic training intern program.
• Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.

Required Qualifications*

• A Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related health field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary.
• Must be certified by the National Athletic Trainers Association.
• Must obtain license by the State of Michigan within two months of hire.
• Must have current CPR and first aid certification.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes here.

Union Affiliation

This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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Athletic Trainer

Athletic Trainer

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Hybrid

Full-Time

Regular

Exempt

Um Hospital

MM MedSport Ice Cube - Tech

2/21/2025 - 4/22/2025

Patient Care Services