Athletic Trainer - Keystone Oaks School District at UPMC

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Athletic Training, Evaluation, Plan of Care Establishment, Treatment Intervention, Rehabilitation Intervention, Electronic Documentation, Written Documentation, Relationship Building, Professional Growth, Sports Medicine, Contractual Guideline Adherence, Physician Agreement Adherence, Special Event Participation, Community Education

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

UPMC Sports Medicine is one of the nation’s largest employers of athletic trainers with approximately 200 staff members. We have several exciting opportunities working in the outreach setting. More than 90 pro, college, and high school organizations in Western and Central Pennsylvania turn to us for athletic training services. This is a full-time position based at Keystone Oaks School District. As a staff member in our program, you will be part of a team led by world-renowned sports medicine experts that work in state-of-the-art facilities. We have comprehensive physician, imaging, physical therapy, concussion, nutrition, and sports performance services that serve as resources to you. Candidates will be placed into the appropriate level based on experience: Athletic Trainer I and Athletic Trainer II **SIGN-ON BONUS AVAILABLE!** External/qualified candidates will receive $10,000 with a 2-year commitment for this location. UPMC Sports Medicine also offers reimbursement for normal and above normal commute, as well as financial assistance for NATA dues and BOC maintenance fees! 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. Emergency Cardiac Care based on AHA standards including both didactic and skills demonstrations. Course must include following areas: adult & pediatric CPR, AED, airway obstruction, 2nd rescuer CPR and barrier devices (e.g., pocket mask, bag valve mask). Proof of course completion must be presented within 30 days of hire. Act 114 PDE FBI Clearance Act 168 Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

The role involves providing athletic training services in compliance with NATA Code of Ethics, BOC Standards, and Pennsylvania State Practice Act, including establishing plans of care and selecting appropriate interventions. Responsibilities also include maintaining incident documentation, building relationships with UPMC services, and participating in professional development and community education.