Athletic Trainer - PRN/Optional
Athletic Trainer - PRN/Optional - Good Samaritan Hospital Step into a role where your expertise directly shapes the health, performance, and confidence of student athletes. At TriHealth, you'll be part of a trusted sports medicine team committed to delivering exceptional care while supporting the next generation of Golden Eagles. This is more than a job; it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact on young athletes during some of the most formative years of their lives. You'll be the go to clinical expert on the sidelines and in the training room, helping athletes prevent injuries, recover safely, and return to the sports they love. Your skills support both their physical well being and their long term development. TriHealth offers competitive shift differentials with the potential to earn up to an additional $7 per hour , based on shift, hours worked, and organizational guidelines. Apply today and grow your career with a team that truly values you. Location: Good Samaritan Hospital at Work Schedule: PRN / Optional Shift Varies Weekend Commitment No Holiday and No On Call Commitment Incentives: This offers competitive shift differentials , with the opportunity to earn up to an additional $7 per hour based on shift, hours worked, and organizational guidelines. Job Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Athletic Training (Required) Master's Degree in Athletic Training (Preferred) Up to 1 year experience Entry Level (Required) National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification Credential (NATABOC) Upon Hire (Required) Basic Life Support (BLS) Upon Hire (Required) Board Licensed in the state in which he or she will practice Upon Hire (Required) Job Overview: This position is directly responsible for Program Manager - Sports Medicine and indirectly responsible to Supervisor - Athletic Training (if applicable). Athletic Trainer must demonstrate ability to perform the following functions regarding athletic injuries: prevention, treatment, reconditioning, & immediate care as set forth by Ohio Athletic Training Practice Act, and generally accepted principles of athletic training. AT will also demonstrate proper taping, bracing, strapping, & fitting of athletic equipment. The AT will carry out all prescribed treatments & recommendations by the physician. Individual also evaluates, plans, and administer treatment and care of athletes under the direct supervision of a designated physician. AT will cover assigned games, matches, and contracted events for assigned school and applicable special events under the supervision of designated physicians. AT must demonstrate knowledge of principles of growth and development and possess the ability to assess data reflective of athlete's status and interpret the appropriate information. At also works to ensure high standard of quality care to patients and clients, and development of program and growth initiatives. AT will maintain BOC certification and AT licensure in the State in which he or she will be practicing. Job Responsibilities: Remains up to date with current standards of practice, research and trends, and rules/regulations. Maintains level of skill and expertise consistent with the latest evidence and techniques. Willing to learn new techniques, procedures, and equipment. Works efficiently with team physicians, healthcare providers, coaches, administrators, and families when appropriate. Demonstrates poise and courtesy in tough situations. Properly documents injury status and injury care. Maintains statistics, logs, and reports in a concise, informative manner. Uses assigned equipment safety and efficiently. Develops and implements appropriate treatment programs in accordance with injury evaluations, appropriate goal setting, and physician orders. Has proper communication with and referral to appropriate healthcare providers. Instructs patients in therapeutic exercise, strength and conditioning, and wellness. Informs patient, family, coaches, and administration of important aspects of the patient's condition, restrictions, and follow up care when appropriate. Recognizes, evaluates, and provides immediate care of injuries and identifies underlying trauma. Recognizes psychological signs and symptoms as well as physical sign and symptoms. Understands and performs proper evaluation/assessment techniques. Works confidently in emergency situations and demonstrates proper safety practices. Promotes the prevention of injuries through maintaining a clean, organized environment, preventing/correcting problems or unsafe conditions, and designing and implementing education and wellness programs as needed. Team member is dependable and reliable. Reports on time and adhere to the proper work schedule. Willing to cover events and assignments outside of their primary site. Demonstrates the ability to prioritize and organize time. Answers calls, texts, and emails promptly. Acts efficiently under stress. Maintains awareness of current policies and procedures. Willing to put forth effort in starting, developing, or contributing to new ideas and is receptive to change. Working Conditions: Climbing - Rarely Hearing: Conversation - Frequently Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently Interpersonal Communication - Consistently Kneeling - Rarely Lifting Lifting 50 Lbs. - Rarely Lifting Pulling - Occasionally Pushing - Occasionally Reaching - Occasionally Sitting - Occasionally Standing - Frequently Stooping - Frequently Talking - Frequently Thinking/Reasoning - Use of Hands - Frequently Color Vision - Frequently Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently Walking - Frequently TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following: Serve: ALWAYS • Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello" • Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist • Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas Excel: ALWAYS • Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met • Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators) • Work on improving quality, safety, and service Respect: ALWAYS • Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences. • Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role. • Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests. Value: ALWAYS • Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating. • Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe. • Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste. Engage: ALWAYS • Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions. • Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community
