Athletic Trainer

Job Title Athletic Trainer Applications Accepted From Public: Open to the public Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete the online application and be prepared to attach required documents: resume, cover letter, and references. For references, please include names and current contact information of three professional references.

Review of application materials will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by July 7, 2024.

This position is eligible for the following benefits: medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement. Posting Number 20166211S Job Description

Athletic Trainer - Ohio University College of Health Sciences and Professions. The Athletic Trainer provides athletic training services to Intercollegiate Athletics patients, specifically Field Hockey and Cross Country, under the direction of a physician and reports directly to the Director of Sports Medicine Services. This position coordinates the care for patients within the sports medicine department, including but not limited to performing evaluations, administering treatment and rehabilitation, making referrals to clinicians, and making athletic participation and return to play decisions as appropriate and in accordance with established departmental protocol, including the prevention, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, physician referral, and required legal medical documentation of all injuries and illnesses associated with assigned student-athletes; communicate complex medical diagnoses and treatment strategies with student-athletes, parents, coaches, staff and physicians within NATA and HIPAA guidelines; observe all athletic policy and procedures in accordance with NATA regulations as well as NCAA, Mid-American Conference and Ohio University rules and remain licensed to perform these duties on a daily basis.

Patient Care Responsibilities

o Provides athletic training services to patients under the direction of a physician

o Creates and maintains a complete medical record

o Evaluates, manages, and rehabilitates acute injuries and medical conditions

o Provides ongoing care, maintenance, and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions as indicated

o Provides emergency management, communication, and medical care through the creation and execution of emergency action plans

o Determines participation status and executes with the unchallengeable authority to return and/or remove a patient to/from participation in coordination with team physicians

o Provides coverage of athletic practices and competitions. Sport coverage as assigned by Director of Sports Medicine Services.

o Coordinates and/or completes components of pre-participation screening and physical examinations

o Communicates appropriate information regarding patient health and participation status across multidisciplinary and high-performance team members, including but not limited to, team physicians, athletic trainers, physical therapists, athletics administration, coaches, and academic support services

o Precepts professional athletic training students as assigned

o Coordinates physician clinical visits, medical testing, and follow up care, including but not limited to, obtaining relevant patient history, obtaining vital signs and ECG, performing point of care testing, coordinating diagnostic imaging, and fitting durable medical equipment

o Delivers educational materials to various stakeholders, including but not limited to, patients, coaches, and parents

o Ensures patient's rights by maintaining confidentiality and privacy during care.

o Possess knowledge of and ensures compliance with rules and regulations governing or directing patient care and administrative tasks related to assigned duties and/or patient panel

o Performs other clinical and administrative duties as assigned

Ohio University is a doctoral/research intensive state university with 21,000 students on its picturesque Athens campus and another 8,500 students on five regional campuses

Minimum Qualifications

Licensed as an athletic trainer in the State of Ohio by the time of employment

In good standing with the Board of Certification, Inc.

Master's degree in Athletic Training or related field by start date

At least 1 year of related experience

Preferred Qualifications

A minimum of 2 years of clinical experience as a credentialed athletic trainer

Department Health Sciences Professions, Dean's Office Pay Rate

Pay is commensurate with experience and credentials and is accompanied by generous university benefits such as tuition for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to health, prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan including company contributions, parental leave, adoption reimbursement, and more. OHIO is also proud to offer wellness programs, on-site wellness facilities, and a generous employee assistance program. Additional Information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits/.

Job Open Date 06/21/2024 Posting Close Date

07/07/2024

Job Category Administrative at-will appointment Months 12 month Planning Unit College of Health Sciences & Professions Work Schedule

Varies

Campus Athens Expected hours worked per week 40+ Expected duration of assignment ongoing Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position. John Bowman, bowmanj@ohio.edu Non-Discrimination Statement

Ohio University is proud of its rich history, diverse campuses, international communities, and beautiful Appalachian settings. As part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, diverse, and inclusive workforce and community.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ethnicity, national ancestry, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, military service or veteran status, mental or physical disability, or genetic information. Ohio University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Information

Employment Type full-time regular Job Family/Subfamily Athletics-Training Career Track & Level IC 3 Pay Grade CA&P|16|

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