UPMC Cole is hiring a full-time Athletic Trainer to support Cameron County School District in Emporium, PA! This role will work from noon – 8:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and provide some Saturday coverage as needed for school events. Whether you’re an experienced AT professional or a new graduate eager to launch your career, this could be your opportunity!
Qualified Athletic Trainers are eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus! A two-year work commitment is required.
The Certified Athletic Trainer provides professional athletic training services at local high schools by performing assessments, first aid, and rehabilitation training procedures as well as marketing the Sports Medicine Center through professionalism and goodwill.
Responsibilities:
Assesses patient’s present function and plans appropriate rehabilitation program, and effectiveness of treatment, and sets up the plan of care with recommendations to appropriate physician, coach, or parents. This recommendation may pertain to whether the athlete may compete or not return to competition. Possesses the ability to obtain and interpret information considering age-specific needs. Assists physician with screening of patients with sports-related injuries. Treat patients for relief of pain, development, and restoration of neuromuscular function, and report reactions and changes in progress appropriately. Documents in the patient’s charts as required, establishing goals for the patient and re-evaluating goals as appropriate, documenting patient referrals to Sports Medicine Center, and demonstrating a smooth process of having athletes evaluated at the Sports Medicine Center. Educates and instructs patients, their families, coaches, and appropriate community agencies to establish the most effective means of rehabilitation. Provides coverage at athletic events as indicated and when needed. Is responsible for providing emergency first aid and care of the athlete at these events and practices. Markets the Sports Medicine Center to local school districts and organizations. Responsible for the budgetary process at the respective school when concerned with the athletic training program. Demonstrates Hamot’s commitment to Service Excellence by understanding the needs of patients, their families, physicians, and co-workers and doing what is required the first time, every time by being responsible, sensitive, accurate, timely, coordinated, and thorough.