Job Type: Full time
Thank you for considering a career at Mercy HealthAthletic Trainer/Physician ExtenderWorks within the scope of the Athletic Trainer practice, and in alignment with standards of excellence and quality, provides patient care under the direction of the provider. Under the direction of the provider, contributes to the completion of a comprehensive assessment and documentation of patient/family needs.  Identifies significant changes in patient condition through data collection and reports them to 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.  Understands how to troubleshoot issues and escalate problems to provider, direct supervisor, or appropriate internal resource. 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.Maintains a safe and supportive environment, by keeping the 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 Mercy Health providers,or adjusting hours to meet patient care needs as directed by the manager. This position will go to the Eastgate office location as well as the Anderson location.Required Minimum Education: 4 year bachelor degree in athletic trainingPreferred Education: Graduate degree in athletic trainingLicensure:  Licensed in Athletic training by the state of Ohio, BLS or AHA CPR certificationMercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment statusScheduled Weekly Hours:40Work Shift: Days/Afternoons (United States of America)Department: Anderson Orthopedic - MHP Cincinnati, LLCAll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for  Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com