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Bon Secours Mercy Health Athletic Trainer Perrysburg Orthopedics in Perrysburg, Ohio
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.
Athletic Trainer
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Position will provide coverage of athletic events and assess athletes at designated schools and/or athletic functions. Evaluates physical condition and advises and treats athletes for participation in athletic events. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on assigned unit.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Minimum Bachelors Degree in athletic training from approved institution.
NATA certification or eligible; state of Ohio Athletic Training Licensure.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work requires frequent walking, standing, reaching, stooping, kneeling, bending, and handling. Exert force of 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-15 lbs. Frequently or up to 10 lbs. constantly.
Working under extreme adverse weather conditions for extended periods of time.
Key Job Duties, Responsibilities and Project
Administers routine and corrective exercises.
Massages body parts which may be strained or bruised.
Renders first aid.
Wrapping and taping ankles fingers wrists, etc.
Treats acute and chronic minor injuries to maintain athlete’s performance.
Performs on the field triage and refers to physician as appropriate.
Maintains and orders sports medicine supplies.
Embraces Standards of Excellence in order to provide and promote excellent customer service for internal and external customers. Holds self and others accountable for behaviors that promote service excellence.
Plans and implements special events: e.g. coaches clinics, yearly physicals, road races, etc.
Adheres to the standards and policies of the Corporate Responsibility Program, including the duty to comply with applicable laws and regulations, and reporting to designated Manager (or employer hotline) any suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts or practices.
Embraces Standards of Behavior in order to provide and promote excellent customer service for both internal and external customers. Holds self and others accountable for behaviors that promote service.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the student athlete.
Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Mission and Core Values (Compassion, Excellence, Human Dignity, Justice, Sacredness of Life, Service) of Mercy.
Adheres to all standards and policies regarding safety/patient safety initiatives.
Provides service to all age groups.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span by completing continuing education program.
Interprets information need to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific need:
Neonate Pediatric Adolescent Adult Geriatric
Is responsible for all other duties as assigned.
Indicates Non-Essential job functions.
Also casting experience preferred
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com