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Athletic Trainer - Kenwood Orthopedic Job
The Athletic Trainer plays a crucial role in delivering clinical support to patient care, working closely with supervising providers or physical therapists. They specialize in injury assessment, bracing, rehabilitation, and facilitating return-to-play and functional training. The Athletic Trainer also coordinates patient education, develops treatment plans, and supports providers in scheduling and documentation.
Assist in the daily clinical treatment of patients, supporting physical therapists in implementing treatment plans. Provide guidance to patients on exercise programs, treatment plans, bracing, and scheduling. Manage and coordinate injury prevention programs for athletes, as well as cash-based functional return-to-play programming.
Coordinate care with outreach athletic trainers, physical therapists, and other medical professionals to optimize physician clinical throughput. Document injury treatments and develop plans of care. Maintain competency through participation in continuing education, in-services, and other learning opportunities.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training (required) Master’s degree in Athletic Training (preferred) Required Licensing &
NATA BOC Certified – National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (required) Current Athletic Trainer license in the state in which they are practicing (required) BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH)
2 years of experience in equivalent setting (preferred) Skills & Abilities: Hard/Tech/Clinical
Documentation in EPIC Express or exchange ideas by means of written and oral communication. Measure and fit braces/casting/medical equipment for patients Explain and demonstrate exercises to patients. Explain care plans, treatment plans and surgical plans to patients.
Inventory management Understanding of billing and charging Scheduling Monitor patient conditions during treatment and rehab. Soft/Interpersonal
- Attention to detail. Communications with multiple generations and multiple professions Conflict Resolution Active Listening Reads and interprets written/oral instructions. Organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology. Acceptance of authority Teamwork Training: EPIC Electronic Health Record or equivalent EMR (preferred) Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. What we offer
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. Department: Kenwood Orthopedic - MHP Cincinnati, LLC It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, 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 Employer, 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 .