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UPMC Athletic Trainer - Point Park University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Are you passionate about sports medicine and dedicated to supporting athletes in their pursuit of excellence? UPMC Sports Medicine is currently recruiting for a full-time athletic trainer to join our team. Your primary responsibilities will include providing comprehensive healthcare services to the talented dancers and performers at Point Park University’s Conservatory of Performing Arts (COPA). Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to evaluate and treat performing artists and sport injuries along with various health issues. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including sports medicine physicians, neuropsychologists, surgeons, physical therapists, and sports nutritionists.
Point Park sponsors 15 men’s and women’s varsity sports competing successfully in the NAIA River States Conference with an upcoming move to NCAA DII/Mountain East, along with their established Conservatory of Performing Arts (COPA), one of the top programs of its kind in the nation. UPMC Sports Medicine’s contract with PPU includes services for dancers within COPA, currently numbering approx. 350, along with the athletic teams. Both programs plan significant expansion with the addition of sports and increasing COPA’s competitive enrollment.
Responsibilities are currently shared among 3 FT Athletic Trainers with onsite and offsite sports facilities, and limited team travel. COPA houses its studios on-campus with performance spaces that include the recently relocated historic Pittsburgh Playhouse. This newly created position will bring the total to 4 ATs , with primary responsibilities within COPA while providing assistance to athletic teams as needed. Point Park University is located in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh with onsite parking included.
About Point Park COPA:
Point Park COPA has once again been recognized as one of the premiere dance programs in the United States for the year 2024 by DanceUS.org
Combines rigorous training with top-tier performance opportunities, ensuring that students receive real-world preparation to succeed in today’s competitive dance world.
NEW SIGN-ON BONUS Available!
External/qualified candidates will receive $10,000 with a 2-year commitment for eligible locations.
Responsibilities:
Provides athletic training services following the rules and regulations of the National Athletic Trainers Association Code of Ethics, BOC Standards of Professional Practice, Pennsylvania State Practice Act and Pennsylvania Rules & Regulations for Licensed Athletic Trainers, and UPMC system-wide and Athletic Training & Development department-specific Policies and Procedures.
Provides evaluations, establishes plans of care, and selects appropriate treatment and rehabilitation interventions.
Presents one in-service education program annually according to established departmental guidelines.
Maintains, completes and submits appropriate electronic and written incident documentation for the contracted organization per departmental policies and procedures.
Proactive in building relationships with UPMC services (CRS facilities, neuropsychologists, physicians, etc)
Participates in professional growth and development related to the field of sports medicine to further his/her knowledge
Provides athletic training services within contractual guidelines utilizing UPMC and site-specific Written Protocol and adhering to Written Physician Agreements
Participates in athletic training services at special events sponsored by UPMC Sports Medicine .
Participates in community education programming approved by UPMC Sports Medicine.
Minimum of a Bachelor of Science or Art degree.
Ability to quickly establish rapport with students, physicians, staff and co-workers.
Highly organized and able to prioritize assignments.
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to worksites within local area required.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
Certified as an athletic trainer by the Board of Certification (BOC).
Licensed as an athletic trainer in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran