Athletic Trainer jobs in Kentucky
Athletic Trainer treats and prevents athletic injuries by developing therapies to reduce pain and improve mobility under the direction of a physician. Assists in exercise instruction and demonstration, patient evaluation and testing. Being an Athletic Trainer may require state license to practice. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in exercise science, sports science or equivalent. Additionally, Athletic Trainer typically requires certification as a Certified Athletic Trainer. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Athletic Trainer occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be an Athletic Trainer typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Athletic Trainer
- CommonSpirit Health
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Mount Sterling, KY
FULL_TIME
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- Overview* Saint Joseph Mount Sterling is a not-for-profit faith-based hospital located in Mount Sterling Kentucky. The hospital was founded in 1918—formerly known as Mary Chiles Hospital—and now serves as a 42-bed community hospital for the residents of Bath Bourbon Clark Menifee Montgomery Nicholas Powell and Rowan counties. CHI Saint Joseph Health supports 5000 active employees 8 hospitals specialty clinics and a Medical Group with more than 200 locations across Central and Eastern KY. CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
- Responsibilities*
Job Summary / Purpose The certified athletic trainer functions in two primary roles:- As a traditional athletic trainer. In this capacity, the trainer is responsible for providing comprehensive athletic health services to include pre-practice and pre-game preparation, injury/illness evaluation, first aid emergency care, follow-up rehabilitation, and related services all under the advice and consent of a licensed team physician.
- As a rehab aide in an outpatient rehabilitation setting. In this capacity, the trainer must perform the job duties of a rehab aide.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
- As a certified athletic trainer in the educational or community event setting, evaluates assigned athletes according to the acceptable practice guidelines and in compliance with department policies and procedures.
- As a certified athletic trainer in the educational or community event setting, implements competent treatment and intervention and provides regular re-assessments for the purpose of treatment modification, to maximize athletes’ potential for functional independence, all in accordance with acceptable practice guidelines and department policies and procedures.
- As a certified athletic trainer in the educational or community event setting, completes required documentation and maintains pertinent record of assigned athletes to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- As a rehab aide in the outpatient clinic setting, assists in the delivery of treatment to the rehab patient population according to acceptable practice guidelines and in compliance with department policies and procedures.
- As a rehab aide in the outpatient clinic setting, completes required documentation and maintains pertinent records to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrates the ability to be efficient and productive by organizing job duties and responsibilities.
- Maintains effective communication regarding therapy programs, facility programs, and departmental/programmatic issues.
- Maintains equipment and environment in a sage and orderly manner.
- Demonstrates commitment to professional growth, department growth and competency.
- Contributes to the organization and operation of the department/programs within Community Based Rehab’s strategic plan and mission statement.
- Other duties as assigned by management.
- Qualifications* Required Education for Staff Job Levels Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program
- OR* a Bachelor’s degree in athletic training or related field from an accredited college/university.
- Required Licensure and Certifications* Licensed or eligible in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Clinical skills required vary based on practice setting and programmatic needs of the facility.
Computers, therapy modalities, therapy exercise equipment, therapy diagnostic and testing equipment.
Adequate conversational English is required in order that the individual be able to take direction from management, understand how to complete job tasks, communicate adequately with patients and co-workers as necessary, understand and follow safety guidelines, and understand the Associate Handbook and all hospital policies. PREFERRED Qualifications Experience in an outpatient rehab setting strongly preferred.
Experience in a high school or collegiate environment preferred.- Pay Range* $20.62 - $29.12 /hour
- 2 Days Ago
Athletic Trainer
- Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
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Somerset, KY
FULL_TIME
- Administers exercise program, functions as an athletic trainer working with local Schools athletic programs and participates in coverage of all athletic events and practice sessions as an athletic tra...
- 3 Days Ago
Athletic Trainer
- Unify Health Services
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Louisville, KY
FULL_TIME
- Job description About Us: Unify Health Services is a driven women-owned small business composed of passionate healthcare professionals aiming to revolutionize the industry through cutting-edge program...
- 3 Days Ago
Athletic Trainer
- CommonSpirit Health
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MT STERLING, KY
FULL_TIME
- OverviewSaint Joseph Mount Sterling is a not-for-profit faith-based hospital located in Mount Sterling Kentucky. The hospital was founded in 1918—formerly known as Mary Chiles Hospital—and now serves ...
- 3 Days Ago
Athletic Trainer
- CHI
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London, KY
FULL_TIME
- OverviewSaint Joseph London is a 150-bed regional hospital located in London Kentucky. Founded in 1926 Saint Joseph London opened a new $152 million 340000-square foot regional facility in 2010. We of...
- 3 Days Ago
Athletic Trainer
- ProSphere Tek, Inc.
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Hopkinsville, KY
FULL_TIME
- Athletic Trainer Location US-KY-Hopkinsville ID 2023-4164 Overview The lives of our nation's active-duty military depend on outstanding healthcare. Cognito Systems strives to provide highly qualified ...
- 8 Days Ago
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Athletic Trainer
- JAG Physical Therapy
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Richboro, PA
- Job Summary: Provide athletic trainer services and applicable administrative tasks to persons and organizations affiliat...
- 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Athletic Trainer - Athletic Trainers
- Maury Regional Health
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Columbia, TN
- Title:Athletic Trainer - Athletic Trainers Location:MRMC OP PHY MED Position Shift:PRN Position Summary:Practices Athlet...
- 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Athletic Trainer - Athletic Trainers
- Maury Regional Health
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Columbia, TN
- Title:Athletic Trainer - Athletic Trainers Location:MRMC OP PHY MED Position Shift:Part-Time Position Summary:Practices ...
- 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Athletic Trainer
- HealthPartners
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Saint Paul, MN
- Job Description Regions Hospital is seeking an experienced Athletic Trainer to join our Orthopedic clinic. A member of a...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Athletic Trainer
- Orthopedic Sports Physical Therapy of Kentucky
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Richmond, KY
- Overview: $10K sign-on bonus! OSPTKY is a member of the Confluent Health family of physical and occupational therapy com...
- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Athletic Trainer
- Essentia Health
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Duluth, MN
- Job Description: Provides Athletic Trainer services to patients ranging from adolescent to geriatric in a sports or clin...
- 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM
Athletic Trainer
- Essentia Health
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Fargo, ND
- Job Description: In this role you will provide Athletic Trainer services to patients ranging from adolescent to geriatri...
- 2/29/2024 12:00:00 AM
Athletic Trainer
- Essentia Health
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Brainerd, MN
- Job Description: Provides Athletic Trainer services to patients ranging from adolescent to geriatric in a sports or clin...
- 2/29/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Kentucky
Kentucky (/kənˈtʌki/ (listen) kən-TUK-ee), officially the Commonwealth of Kentucky, is a state located in the east south-central region of the United States. Although styled as the "State of Kentucky" in the law creating it, (because in Kentucky's first constitution, the name state was used) Kentucky is one of four U.S. states constituted as a commonwealth (the others being Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts). Originally a part of Virginia, in 1792 Kentucky became the 15th state to join the Union. Kentucky is the 37th most extensive and the 26th most populous of the 50 United States.
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Income Estimation for Athletic Trainer jobs
$47,529 to $57,310
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What does an Athletic Trainer do?
Athletic Trainer in Harrisburg, PA
To become an athletic trainer one must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited professional level education program and then sit for and pass the Board of Certification (BOC) examination.
October 09, 2019
Athletic Trainer in Reading, PA
Accredited programs incorporate both classroom learning and clinical application experiences focused on the core competencies necessary to be a successful athletic trainer.
October 26, 2019
Athletic training incorporates everything from the diagnosis and treatment to the rehab of any injuries or illnesses relating to muscles and bones.
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Athletic Trainer in Nassau, NY
Regardless of the specific role, there are several important requirements to be hired as an athletic trainer.
December 08, 2019