Athletic Trainer- Beloit College

This position works as a team that comprises a group of athletic trainers and our sports medicine team physician to provide healthcare services to athletic teams at Beloit College. Beloit College is an NCAA Division III institution offering 19 intercollegiate sports. Sporting assignments are tbd and will be decided based off applicant qualifications and best fit. Well-qualified candidates can expect an excellent benefits package along with a highly competitive salary based off qualifications, experience and education.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs assessment of injury or condition and takes appropriate follow up steps to ensure safe and proper care
• Prescribes routine, preventive and corrective exercises to strengthen muscles, increase balance and improve flexibility
• Provide practice, game/event coverage for assigned area
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide assessment, stabilization and first aid
• Make recommendations for athletic participation and return to sport guidelines
• Complete accurate documentation of assessment and referrals
• Refer athletes to physician for continued care per protocol
• Perform manual techniques and utilize taping and bracing to relieve symptoms and improve function
• Collaborate with sports medicine providers, physicians and other allied health professionals
• May work in a clinic setting with physician or under the direction of a physical therapist

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an accredited school of Athletic Training

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Licensed as an athletic trainer in WI, IL or both if required

CPR/BLS required within 30 days of hire

BOC certification

Maintain a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of vehicle insurance when requested

Have/maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR-01-Fleet Safety policy

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Passing the Driver's License Check and/or Credit Check (for those positions requiring).

Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or IL Health Care Workers Background Check.

Must be able to follow written/oral instructions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Occupational Exposure: Category A - All partners in the specified job classification have occupational exposure.

SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Stand - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time

Walk - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time

Sit - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time

Handling/Fingering/Feeling - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time

Reaching - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time

Climb/Balance - Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time

Stoop/Kneel/Crouch/Crawl - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time

Talk/Hear - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time

Taste/Smell - Not a present activity

Strength - Medium work exerting 25-50 pounds of force occasionally or 10-25 pounds of force frequently
Close Vision - Not a present activity

Distance Vision - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time

Color Vision - Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time

Peripheral Vision - Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time

Depth Perception - Not a present activity

Ability to Adjust Focus - Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Some independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards.

Mercyhealth offers a generous total rewards package to eligible employees including, but not limited to:

* Comprehensive Benefits Package: Mercyhealth offers a retirement plan with competitive matching contribution, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options, life and disability coverage, access to flexible spending plans, and a variety of other discounted voluntary benefit options.

* Competitive Compensation: Mercyhealth offers market competitive rates of pay and participates in various shift differential and special pay incentive programs.

* Paid Time Off: Mercyhealth offers a generous paid time off plan, which increases with milestone anniversaries, to allow employees the opportunity for a great work-life balance.

* Career Advancement: Mercyhealth offers a number of educational assistance programs and career ladders to support employees in their educational journey and advancement within Mercyhealth.

* Employee Wellbeing: Mercyhealth has a focus on wellbeing for employees across the organization and offers a number of tools and resources, such as an employer-sponsored health risk assessment and a Wellbeing mobile application, to assist employees on their wellbeing journey.

* Additional Benefits: Mercyhealth employees have access to our internal and external employee assistance programs, employee-only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on-demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education to help with retirement planning.