Athletic Trainer

Responsibilities

In our mission to deliver the highest quality, most cost effective care to the communities we serve, Dignity Health has formed a comprehensive, community-based sports medicine program in partnership with OrthoArizona-Mezona Orthopedics. Part of this program is the provision of highly qualified athletic trainers to our community's schools. This position will be responsible for providing athletic training services to student athletes under the direction of the team physician or by written referral from a physician (which includes the management and provision of care of injuries to a physically active person as defined in the state practice act with the direction of a licensed physician). Athletic Trainers shall serve at various high school locations within Gilbert Public Schools and will collaborate with team physicians in the areas of : injury or illness prevention, immediate and emergency care, clinical diagnosis and evaluation and treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions.

Key Responsibilities :

Provide on-site care and evaluation of athletic injuries and conditions.

Develop injury prevention programs and conditioning routines.

Administer first aid or emergency care during practices and games.

Create and implement rehabilitation programs for injured athletes.

Collaborate with physicians and healthcare providers to develop treatment plans.

Maintain accurate medical records and documentation of injuries, treatments, and progress.

Educate athletes on injury prevention, nutrition, and wellness.

Ensure athletic training equipment and facilities are maintained and comply with safety regulations.

Qualifications

Minimum

• 1-3 years in some capacity of providing athletic training services.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited athletic training education program (. Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education).
• Licensure from the State of Arizona Board of Athletic Training
• Certification from the Board of Certification of Athletic Trainers (BOC)
• American Heart Association BLS

Preferred

Overview

Dignity Health’s is nationally known for our holistic approach to medicine, and here, you are a part of a “golden thread” of compassionate care that connects staff and patients. While walking through the Healing Garden–with it’s intertwined pathways, garden areas and fountains–you’re reminded of our dedication to honoring the whole person. Embracing total well-being, then seeing patients and their loved ones respond positively, is personally rewarding to you.Living in Phoenix’s relatively new suburb of , you treasure its old-world charm mixed with modern-day luxuries. This urban center has all the shopping, restaurants and culture your heart desires, with all the outdoor activities your spirit needs. There are nearby lakes for boating, wakeboarding and water skiing, while Flagstaff and Sunrise offer winter skiing and snowboarding. Arizona has four professional sports teams, and you’re a year-round fan. You look forward to all the activities, but then again, at the end of a busy day, taking a moment to relax poolside and reflect sounds good, too. The scenery, the climate and the culture present the perfect backdrop for your healing work at Mercy Gilbert.

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