Athletic Trainer | Fulltime

Schedule Weekly Hours:

Gundersen Health System is seeking a fulltime Certified Athletic Trainer to join our team and assist in providing coverage for the Sparta School District and Sparta High School athletics department; will also provide event coverage!

What You'll Do:

As a Certified Athletic Trainer, you will provide prevention, clinical evaluation, immediate care, treatment, rehabilitation, education, and triage of injuries incurred by patients/athletes.

What's available:

• Fulltime, 72 hours biweekly (0.9 FTE)

• Cover Sparta High School sports practices from approximately 3:00-6:00pm and sporting events as needed

• Possible clinic hours available

• Minimum starting pay of $23.41/hr and up, based on your years of experience

• Applicable evening and weekend shift differentials

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or Sports Medicine or a related field

• Board Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) by the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA-BOC)

• Licensed Athletic Trainer - Wisconsin (LAT), some positions may require additional state licenses

• Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross

• No experience required. New graduates are welcome to apply.

What You'll Get:

• A work environment that supports you personally and professionally, and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated

• A comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Ins, HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member

• Substantial retirement contribution including a 401k match & annual discretionary base contribution

• Work/Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need

• Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, Tuition Investment Program, and our Career Development Center

• Other benefits include a Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and AD&D, optional short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, pet insurance, Inspire & Celebrate colleague recognition and rewards program, a discount program, and more!

• Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the midwestern United States

Are you ready for an incredible adventure working in an award-winning culture? Join the Gundersen Sports Medicine team and be part of a well-respected, essential part of the health care team delivering Love + Medicine!

About Gundersen Health System:

Gundersen Health System is the leading provider of primary and specialized care in western Wisconsin, southeast Minnesota, and northeast Iowa; serving more than 500,000 residents throughout 19 counties annually. Our physician-led, not-for-profit healthcare system includes a 325-bed teaching hospital and Level II Trauma Center; community clinics; affiliate hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes; behavioral health services; vision centers; pharmacies; and air and ground ambulance services. Together, we inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning, and innovating.

Certified athletic trainer will provide, within the scope of practice, prevention, clinical evaluation, immediate care, treatment, rehabilitation, and triage of injuries incurred by patients. Certified athletic trainer will maintain flexibility in work schedule with evening and weekend work expected. Certified athletic trainer will work under the direction of a sports medicine physician and report to clinical manager or supervisor. In addition, when working in a clinic assignment, will support clinicians in the clinic of Sports Medicine as directed by the clinicians.

Major Responsibilities:
1. Athletic trainer will provide, within the scope of practice, prevention, clinical evaluation, immediate care, treatment, rehabilitation, education, and triage of injuries incurred by patients.
2. Athletic trainer works with institutions enrolled in the Outreach Program to provide athletic training services to athletes.
3. Athletic trainer works with organizations and institutions to provide athletic training coverage of athletic practices and events at the professional, intercollegiate, interscholastic and recreational levels.
4. Athletic trainer works with medical staff supporting the function of Gundersen Sports Medicine Clinic.
5. Athletic trainer works with both internal and external medical staff to Gundersen Health System, in providing athletic training services to patients.
6. Athletic trainer works with physical therapists to provide appropriate care to patients of the Gundersen Sports Medicine Physical Therapy clinics.
7. When working in a clinic assignment, also performs the following:

• Provides pre-operative therapy programs and home therapy programs for patients as directed by the clinician
• Provides casting, splinting and brace fitting services and education regarding appropriate care.
• Performs pre-visit planning for clinicians as directed.

8. Adheres to regular and predictable attendance.
9. Personally interacts, engages with and cares for patients.
10. Ensures patient safety.

11. Other work related duties as assigned.

Education and Learning:
REQUIRED
Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or Sports Medicine or a related field

DESIRED
Master's degree in Athletic Training or Sports Medicine or a related field

Work Experience:
REQUIRED
No experience required. New graduates are welcome to apply.

DESIRED
1 year in a high school or clinical setting. Experience with casting, splinting, and bracing techniques and applications. Previous experience working with EPIC software system or other medical tracking software.

License and Certifications:
REQUIRED
Board Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) by the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA-BOC)
Licensed Athletic Trainer - Wisconsin (LAT) and some positions may require additional state licenses
Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

DESIRED
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) or Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) or Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES)

Age Specific Population Served:
Pediatric (1 - 12 years)
Adolescent (13 - 17 years)
Adult (18 - 64 years)
Geriatric (65 years & older)

OSHA Category:
Category I - All Employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other potentially infectious materials.

Environmental Conditions:
Exposed to infectious diseases.
Subject to outside environmental conditions.

Physical Requirements/Demands Of The Position:
Sitting Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Static Standing Continually (67-100% or 8 hours)
Walking/Standing Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Driving Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Stooping/Bending Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Squatting Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Kneeling/Half Kneel Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Climbing Stair Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Climbing Ladder Rarely (1-5% or .5 hours)
Reaching - Shoulder Level Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Reaching - Below Shoulder Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Reaching - Above Shoulder Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Repetitive Actions - Pinch Forces Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Repetitive Actions - Grip Forces Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Repetitive Actions - Fine Manipulation Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Balance - Right Leg Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Balance - Left Leg Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Lifting - Floor to Waist Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Number of lbs 25-50
Lifting - Waist to Overhead Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 0-25
Lifting - Other Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 25-50
Carrying - Long Carry (>50 feet) Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 25-50
Carrying - Short Carry Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 50-75
Carrying - Right Carry Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 0-25
Carrying - Left Carry Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 0-25
Push/Pull (Static Force) Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 75-100

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267

Equal Opportunity Employer