Athletic Trainer - High School Outreach

Building Location:

Building F - Duluth Clinic - 3rd Street

Department:

2901590 SPORTS MEDICINE - EH DC

Job Description:

Essentia Health has an excellent opportunity for an Athletic Trainer to join our Sports Medicine Team in the Duluth area!

This position will provide outreach athletic training coverage to a local high school in the Duluth area, as well as clinical support with our team of orthopedic physicians.

This position requires that the candidate possess the evaluation and educational skills expected of an Athletic Trainer.

The candidate will provide outreach athletic training services for Essentia Health and the orthopedic clinics under the direction of a designated physician.

Education Qualifications:

• Athletic training program graduate

Key Responsibilities

• Works within the scope of Athletic Training, and in alignment with standards of excellence and quality, provides patient care under the direction of the provider
• Understands and adheres to the legal responsibilities and requirements within the athletic trainer role
• Under the direction of the provider, participates in planning and implementing care for patients within the scope of Athletic Trainer practice
• Demonstrates standards of excellence in care in all interactions, for both internal and external customers
• Maintains necessary certifications as needed including annual required competency skills, utilizing these as resources for patient/family teaching and education under the direction of the provider
• Knowledge of home exercise implementation, fitting of durable medical equipment (DME), and casting skills are preferred
• Maintains a safe and supportive environment, by keeping the athletic training room, work area, exam rooms, and equipment in clean, orderly, and safe manner, ensuring availability and proper functioning of supplies and equipment
• Maintains skills for cross training to meet patient care and day to day operational needs
• This may include travel to other facilities for Essentia Health providers, or adjusting hours to meet patient care needs as directed by the manager
• Provides athletic training services for athletic, community, and outreach events
• Works within the scope of Athletic Training, and in alignment with standards of excellence and quality, provides patient care under the direction of the provider
• Understands and adheres to the legal responsibilities and requirements within the athletic trainer role
• Under the direction of the provider, participates in planning and implementing care for patients within the scope of Athletic Trainer practice
• Demonstrates standards of excellence in care in all interactions, for both internal and external customers
• Maintains necessary certifications as needed including annual required competency skills, utilizing these as resources for patient/family teaching and education under the direction of the provider

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• BOC certification required upon hire.

• Registered by Board of Medical Practice per state guidelines. (*see exception for new graduates)

• Orthopedic clinic experience

• Current BLS certification

• Basic computer competency skills are expected for this position

* New graduates of Athletic Training program may begin orientation, but they may not perform athletic trainer duties until state licensure is active. For new graduates, state licensure application must be submitted prior to start date and will be required within 90 days of hire.

FTE:

1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Varies

Shift End Time:

Varies

Weekends:

Saturday Only

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range:

$54,038.40 - $81,057.60

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.