Athletic Trainer | South Bend Community School Corporation at BEACON HEALTH SYSTEM in South Bend, Indiana

Job Description:

$2,500 Sign- On Bonus

Student Loan Repayment

Relocation Bonus Available

Beacon Health System Athletic Trainers participate in an embedded medical model, with approximately 90% of their work being on-site with the school they are working with.

As an Athletic Trainer with Beacon Health System, you will work directly with South Bend Community School Corporation's athletics program.

South Bend Community School Corporation schools are located in South Bend Indiana, and are comprised of 4 schools:

• John Adams High School - IHSAA Class 5A


• Clay High School - IHSAA Class 4A


• Riley High School - IHSAA Class 4A


• Washington High School - IHSAA Class 3A

To learn more about the South Bend School Corporation, visit http://sb.school/.

Description

Reports to Practice Manager & Medical Director. Optimizes the health, safety and general well-being of all student athletes participating in events during practices and contests times.

MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

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  MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.


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  VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.


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  SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Responsibilities

Clinical Practice

• Administers treatments to injured or ill athletes in consultation with the team physician.


• Determines, in consultation with the team physician, if an athlete is physically able to return to competition.


• Recognizes and manages minor injuries or illnesses during athletic practices and competition by administering first-aid treatments as required by the situation.


• In case of major injury or illness, refers to the team physician for immediate attention and makes appropriate appointments and referrals.


• Applies protective and injury preventative devices such as tape, bandaging and bracing.


• Provides contest coverage for home events in all sports (as is practical and deemed as a priority) and away events when appropriate and deemed a priority.


• Participates in team pre-participation physical examination sessions.

Department Operations

• Coordinates training room activities during treatment periods.


• Is responsible for the rehabilitation program and supervising the training program for the injured athlete for the purpose of returning to athletic competition.


• Coordinates athletic training equipment and supplies for teams traveling without direct athletic trainer support.


• Works with the athletic director to ensure the school's capability for handling emergencies and medical care for ill or injured athletes.


• Maintains an inventory and making recommendations for athletic training services, including ordering supplies and replacing/repairing defective equipment, as may be appropriate fro time to time.


• Coordinates the use of proper protective equipment, injury prevention techniques and conditioning methods with team coaches.


• Provides supervision and training to student athletic trainers.


• Keeps coaches informed of the status of the injured or ill athlete, as well as the compliance of the athlete in the rehabilitation process.

Documentation

• Maintains records related to injury/illness occurrences and the rehabilitative course of the injured athlete.


• Tracks and reports students' medical referrals.

Professional development

Implements and participates in injury and illness prevention procedures and education for student athletes.

Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department

• Completes other job-related duties and projects as assigned.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.


• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.


• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.


• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.


• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.


• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.


• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.


• Complies with established organization and department policies.


• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:

• Leverage innovation everywhere.


• Cultivate human talent.


• Embrace performance improvement.


• Build greatness through accountability.


• Use information to improve and advance.


• Communicate clearly and continuously.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of a Bachelor's/Master's Degree in Athletic Training or related field. Current American Red Cross first-aid certification, BLS certification, and licensed by the State of Indiana is required. Successful passing of certification by the BOC as an A.T.C., within the first six months of employment is required. Prior experience in providing athletic training services to athletes, and must have a valid State Driver's License. Up to 1 year experience preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Demonstrates knowledge of and competency in preventing, examining, and treating orthopedic injuries.


• Demonstrates analytical ability necessary to appropriately assess the injured or ill patients condition and to respond accordingly.


• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with a variety of individuals in various situations.


• Requires ability to work independently, take initiative and be self-motivated.

Working Conditions

• Works in a college, high school, or event setting as contracted by Beacon.

Physical Demands

• Requires the physical ability and stamina to perform the essential functions of the position. Including standing for prolonged periods of time, and lifting of heavy objects.

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