Athletic Trainer

$25-30/hour DOE
Full-time

If you have a passion for helping others and enjoy variety, we are seeking a highly motivated fitness enthusiast to work with local schools in Northeast Nebraska as an Athletic Trainer.  You will provide services including prevention, diagnosis, emergency care, first aid, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and chronic medical conditions involving impairment, functional limitations, and disabilities to patients and clients of all ages.

Responsibilities:

Schedule and coordinate coverage of training rooms, scheduled athletic team practices, home and away competitions, and events and/or tournaments hosted by contracted schools. Complete pre-competition/practice interventions. Perform initial injury or illness assessment. Develop and implement a plan of care. Assess and communicate athlete's condition, progress, and playing status to athlete, coaches, parents, physicians, or appropriate health care provider. Obtain participation clearance from the appropriate health care providers when necessary. Document according to best practice, federal and state regulations, and insurance requirements. Interpret and implement provider referrals for athletic training services. Plan and implement athletic injury and illness prevention programs. Develop and implement an emergency action plan. Provide education on prevention and wellness services to athletes, parents, medical personnel, and community members. Participate in community service, public relations, public speaking, and advertising activities. Monitor function of equipment and assure that equipment is kept in proper and safe working order. Complete continuing education to stay current with regulations, best practice techniques and interventions, and practice ethical and evidence-based Athletic Training according to the National Athletic Trainers’ Association and Board of Certification. 

 

Requirements: 

Master of Science degree in Athletic Training required. Must have an active Athletic Training license to practice in the state of Nebraska. Successful completion of the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer national exam. Possess an active BLS Certification. May be acquired within 6 months after hire. Demonstrate computer skills to operate electronic records and basic Microsoft Office Programs.  Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.

 

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive compensation Excellent benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life, LTD, STD and more.

 

To apply: send resume to Carol Thomason at cthomason@aventure.com or apply on-line.

Aventure Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A drug screen and background check may be required.