Athletic Trainer- Beloit College

Overview

The Athletic Trainer at Beloit College works as part of a team of athletic trainers and a sports medicine team physician to provide healthcare services to athletic teams. Beloit College is an NCAA Division III institution offering 19 intercollegiate sports. Sporting assignments are TBD and will be decided based on applicant qualifications and best fit. Well‑qualified candidates can expect an excellent benefits package along with a highly competitive salary based on qualifications, experience and education.

• Performs assessment of injury or condition and takes appropriate follow up steps to ensure safe and proper care
• Prescribes routine, preventive and corrective exercises to strengthen muscles, increase balance and improve flexibility
• Provides practice, game/event coverage for assigned area
• Responds to medical emergencies and provides assessment, stabilization and first aid
• Makes recommendations for athletic participation and return to sport guidelines
• Completes accurate documentation of assessment and referrals
• Refers athletes to physician for continued care per protocol
• Performs manual techniques and utilizes taping and bracing to relieve symptoms and improve function
• Collaborates with sports medicine providers, physicians and other allied health professionals
• May work in a clinic setting with physician or under the direction of a physical therapist

Graduate of an accredited school of Athletic Training

• Licensed as an athletic trainer in WI, IL or both if required
• CPR/BLS required within 30 days of hire
• BOC certification
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with proof of vehicle insurance when requested
• Have/maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth’s HR‑01‑Fleet Safety policy

• Passing the Driver’s License Check and/or Credit Check (for those positions requiring)
• Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or IL Health Care Workers Background Check.
• Must be able to follow written/oral instructions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

• Stand – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
• Walk – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
• Sit – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
• Handling/Fingering/Feeling – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
• Reaching – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
• Climb/Balance – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
• Stoop/Kneel/Crouch/Crawl – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
• Talk/Hear – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
• Taste/Smell – Not a present activity
• Strength – Medium work exerting 25-50 pounds of force occasionally or 10-25 pounds of force frequently
• Close Vision – Not a present activity
• Distance Vision – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
• Color Vision – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
• Peripheral Vision – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
• Depth Perception – Not a present activity
• Ability to Adjust Focus – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time

Some independent judgment is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: retirement plan with competitive matching contribution, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options, life and disability coverage, access to flexible spending plans, and a variety of other discounted voluntary benefit options.
• Competitive Compensation:
  Market competitive rates of pay and participation in various shift differential and special pay incentive programs.
• Paid Time Off:
  Generous paid time off plan, which increases with milestone anniversaries, to allow employees the opportunity for a great work‑life balance.
• Career Advancement:
  Educational assistance programs and career ladders to support employees in their educational journey and advancement within Mercyhealth.
• Employee Wellbeing:
  Focus on wellbeing for employees across the organization and offers tools and resources, such as an employer‑sponsored health risk assessment and a Wellbeing mobile application, to assist employees on their wellbeing journey.
• Additional Benefits:
  Access to internal and external employee assistance programs, employee‑only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on‑demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education to help with retirement planning.