Athletic Trainer

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

Athletic Training Services: 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. The term includes the rendering of emergency care, development of injury prevention programs and providing appropriate preventative and devices for the physically active person. The term also includes the assessment, management, treatment, rehabilitation and recondition of the physically active person whose conditions are within the professional preparation and education of a certified athletic trainer. The term also includes the use of modalities such as mechanical stimulation, heat, cold, light, air, water, electricity, sound, massage and the use of therapeutic exercises, reconditioning exercise and fitness programs.

Provide Athletic Training Services to athletes and other patients under the direction of a team physician or by written referral from a physician and in accordance with the state athletic training practice act on an as needed (PRN) basis. Meets the professional, clinical, technical, communication, and documentation requirements and standards to make decisions based on established guidelines.

The intent of this job description is to provide a summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this position and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Athletic Training Services and Relationships

Executes timely, accurate, effective, and cost-efficient athletic training services that are in compliance with established policies, procedures and practices. Maintain and be a knowledgeable resource of current and proposed standards of practice and State guidelines for Athletic Training services. Maintain accurate records of injuries, treatments and provide information for sports injuries, as appropriate and compliant with HIPAA standards, to stakeholders.

Network and Community Collaboration

Market and promote St. Luke’s Sports Medicine services to stakeholders. Assist with referrals and as a point of contact between Network entities (i.e. Physicians, Sports Performance, Physical Therapy, Nutrition, etc), other healthcare professionals (i.e. EMS, school nurse, etc), the school district (i.e. Principal, athletic director, guidance counselor, etc), the youth/community organization officials, athletes and their parents as it relates to the sporting event or site. 

Program Evaluation

Assist in the collection of clinical care/outcomes, customer service improvement, operational data, and safety as it relates to sporting event or site.

Network Duties and Professional Responsibilities

Ensure understanding and demonstrate continued compliance with professional and technical requirements and provide St. Luke’s University Health Network with the necessary documentation on such requirements. (i.e., BOC® Continuing Education reporting and renewal, bi-annual state certification renewal, annual CPR recertification, My E-learning). Maintain confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network / Entity as well as the proper release of information. Comply with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient, and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements. Demonstrate/model the Network's Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external). Comply with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code. Demonstrates/models the Network’s PCRAFT values during interactions with all customers.    Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices. Demonstrate competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development, and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated. Maintain appropriate general treatment orders and operating procedures to be reviewed annually and approved by the designated supervising physician.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Sitting, standing, and walking throughout the day.  Occasionally lift, carry, and push objects up to 30 pounds and up to 100 pounds rarely. Frequently stoop and bend. Job duties sometimes require climbing stairs, kneeling, twisting, bending, on occasion, crouching, crawling, and reaching overhead. Must be able to push athletes in a wheelchair or stretcher. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation, and high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color, and peripheral vision. Work is in a fast-paced clinical environment. The work environment will vary between indoors and outdoors in various climates throughout the year.

Graduate of an accredited, professional athletic training education program. Active Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Athletic Training License; New Jersey Athletic Training License preferred. A sustained record of professional development as evidenced by additional certifications, professional presentations and active involvement in professional associations. Strong preference for individuals involved in volunteer activities and special events.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:  

0-3 years clinical experience. Preference is for at least two years of experience as an Athletic Trainer. Strong critical thinking skills. Ability to maintain collaborative and effective working relationships, Able to assert needs to patients, families, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary team while maintaining rapport and relationships. Ability to communicate both verbally and in written form; Fluency in Spanish language preferred. Basic computer skills required.

WORK SCHEDULE:  

Primary work schedule will coincide with high school/college athletic/school/municipal sports events and schedules.  Monday through Sunday as needed, including evenings.  Must meet the expectation of providing minimum hours of services within a 90-day period as determined by the Sports Medicine Relationships Department to stay compliant with Network standards.

HOURLY RATE: $

36.05

BENEFIT OFFERINGS:

St. Lukes offers comprehensive health, dental, vision, short term and long term disability, life insurance, generous PTO, sick leave and professional development opportunities. Join us to experience a supportive workplace with a focus on your growth and well-being.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.  Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.  Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.  It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.  Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.