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Full-Time Athletic Trainer

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Noon to 8:00 PM (with occasional Saturday event coverage)

Generous Sign-On Bonus: Receive a $10,000 sign-on bonus with a two-year commitment.

Join Our Team and Make an Impact!

Are you passionate about helping athletes stay healthy, recover from injuries, and perform at their best? We're looking for a dedicated Athletic Trainer to provide expert care and support to student-athletes in a dynamic school environment.

What You'll Do

As an Athletic Trainer, you'll be the go-to professional for injury prevention, assessment, and rehabilitation. Your role will include:

+ Injury Assessment & Care: Evaluate athletes' conditions, develop personalized rehabilitation plans, and make recommendations regarding safe return to play.

+ Treatment & Documentation: Deliver therapeutic interventions to relieve pain and restore function, while maintaining accurate patient records and progress notes.

+ Education & Outreach: Teach athletes, families, and coaches about injury prevention and recovery strategies.

+ Event Coverage: Provide on-site care during practices and games, including emergency first aid when needed.

+ Community Engagement: Promote the Sports Medicine Center through positive relationships with schools and local organizations.

+ Program Management: Assist with budgeting and ensure smooth coordination of athletic training services.

Why You'll Love This Role

+ Impact: Help student-athletes achieve their goals and stay healthy.

+ Collaboration: Work closely with physicians, coaches, and families.

+ Professional Growth: Gain experience in sports medicine and community outreach.

+ Supportive Environment: Be part of a team committed to excellence and service.

What We're Looking For

+ Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) with strong clinical and communication skills.

+ Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

+ Passion for sports medicine and education.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join us in supporting the next generation of athletes!

Education: Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or a related field.

Certification:

+ Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) through the Board of Certification (BOC).

+ Licensed as an Athletic Trainer in Pennsylvania.

CPR & Emergency Care:

+ Must have Emergency Cardiac Care certification covering adult & pediatric CPR, AED use, airway obstruction, two-rescuer CPR, and barrier devices (e.g., pocket mask, bag valve mask).

+ CPR certification must meet AHA standards and include both classroom and hands-on skills within 30 days of hire.

Background Clearances (required for school setting):

+ Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance

+ Act 34 Criminal History Clearance

+ Act 73 FBI Clearance

+ Act 114 PDE FBI Clearance

+ Act 168 Employment History Review _(All clearances must be renewed as required by law.)_

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran