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2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Pay found in job postRetrieved from the description.Base pay range$20.90/hr - $31.35/hrAthletic Trainer _ Physician PracticeSumma Health Medical Group - Orthopaedics Office1 Park West BlvdAkron, OH 44320Summa Health System is recognized as one of the regions top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization and competitive pay and benefits.SummaryEvaluates, assesses, and treats musculoskeletal injuries and sports concussions that present in the Sports Medicine Physician practice, in consultation with and oversight from a physician. Provides on-site home exercise instruction, splinting/bracing and instructions, gait modification training, etc in accordance with The Ohio Athletic Training Practice Act and Summa Health Medical Group policy, procedures and protocols. Assists medical staff with completing required medical documentation, statistics and other administrative paperwork per Summa Health Medical Group policy and at the request of the department/supervisor; Is a liaison between the patients and medical team, provides patient education on the care of injuries, home going instructions, monitoring of symptoms, next steps, etc. Assists Summa Health Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine with special events and additional coverage as needed.Provides excellent patient care through the special skill set of an athletic trainer that augments and supports the services of the physicians and other health care providers; Provides efficient care to the patient by utilizing a team approach that insures timely and effective diagnosis and treatments, including immediate home exercise instruction for the musculoskeletally injured patient; Assists physicians in making appropriate rehabilitation referrals.Minimum QualificationsFormal Education Required:Bachelors Degree in athletic training .Current license issued by the Ohio OTPTAT Training Board to practice Athletic Training in the State of OhioCertified by the Board of Certification, Inc. for athletic trainersMaintains AT license in good standingCPR through the American Heart Association for the Healthcare Provider (BLS)Experience & Training RequiredAbility to communicate verbally and in writing with physicians, patients, parents, administrators, other hospital/medical staff and external publicsCompetent in computers as it relates to Microsoft Office, electronic medical records, etc.Ability to make effective presentations in front of groupsOther Skills, Competencies And QualificationsPast experience in a sports medicine and/or orthopaedic physician practice a plusMust be willing to travel and perform services at various locationsMust be willing to work with persons with disabilitiesIndependent, requiring minimal direction or requests to assist while also seeking out opportunities to advance patient careMotivated, self starter always looking to be productive and helpful; always looking for avenues to expand the role of the athletic trainer to better serve the patientCritical thinking, problem solverFlexible to respond to change in environment, schedule, patient type, processes.Demonstrates flexibility/adaptability in meeting environmental constraints and demands placed on our serviceRequires exposure to communicable disease, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, and other potentially hazardous conditions common to a clinical environmentMust be willing to acquire additional training/certifications which will improve the operations of the physician practice; such examples: casting/bracing, etc.Population Specific CompetencyAbility to effectively interact with populations of patients/customers with an understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignityLevel Of Physical DemandsVery Heavy: Exerts in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force continuously to move objects.Manual dexterity sufficient to operate specialized equipment and fabricate pads, splints, preventative taping/bracing, etc.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled$20.90/hr - $31.35/hrThe salary range on this job posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of any bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant experience and geographical location are considered when determining the starting rate of pay. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members when determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical.Summa Health offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program to include medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off as well as many other benefits.Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)Supplemental Life and AD&DDependent Life InsuranceShort-Term and Long-Term DisabilityAccident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical IllnessRetirement Savings PlanFlexible Spending Accounts Healthcare and Dependent CareEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Identity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceEducation AssistanceDaily PaySeniority levelSeniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionOtherIndustriesHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Summa Health by 2xCertified Athletic Trainer - New Philadelphia HSUniversity Heights, OH $20 - $30 3 weeks agoPersonal Training 192621 - Personal TrainerWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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