Athletic Trainer / Sports Medicine / PRN
Catawba Valley Health System
Office
NC, United States
Full Time
Summary of Performance Expectations:
Under the supervision of a directing physician, manages care of athletes and the active population in community outreach settings. Uses preventative measures appropriately, provides standard immediate care procedures used in emergencies, clinical evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation and reconditioning. Employs appropriate assessment outcomes measures to determine effectiveness of the outreach program. Determines appropriate return to play of athletes and active population. Management of head injuries/concussions and referrals to appropriate medical professionals to ensure optimal level of care. Provides education to coaches.
Education & Credentials:
Required
Bachelor's degree in athletic training from a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) program. NATABOC certified (ATC credential). Licensed by North Carolina Board of Athletic Training Examiners within three months of employment date. BCLS for healthcare providers or completion of BCLS from the American Heart Association within one month of employment date.
Preferred
Master’s degree in Sports Medicine from an accredited program. BCLS, FA, AED instructor certified.
Work Experience:
Required
No experience required. Given training and on-the-job experience, incumbent should be proficient in the basic aspects of the job within three months of employment date.
Preferred
One or more years experience as an AT, high school or college level. About Catawba Valley Medical Center
COMPREHENSIVE, ACCESSIBLE HEALTHCARE SERVICES IN THE CATAWBA VALLEY
As the region’s largest not-for-profit community hospital, we exist to heal and comfort patients, to promote and foster a healthier community, and to ensure access to healthcare to all who need it - regardless of ability to pay. With a wide array of medical specialties, our skilled nurses and providers are trained to treat virtually any type of injury or illness, providing high-quality, easily accessible healthcare close to home.
Our mission: Exceptional Healthcare. Every Person. Every Time.
At A Glance:
Catawba Valley Medical Center offers a wide range of services from experienced medical specialists capable of addressing virtually any healthcare concern. Our current hospital holds 258 beds and serves the five-county Hickory area. Through our skilled medical practitioners and our highly trained staff, we strive to provide the highest level of medical expertise using the latest, state-of-the-art technology available.
One of our goals at Catawba Valley Medica Center is to provide seamless care between your primary care provider and our hospital. Being a part of a vast healthcare network allows for easier and more efficient communication between local physicians, medical specialists and our hospital. No one should have to travel far for the expert level medical treatment they need. We work with a plethora of medical specialists capable of diagnosing, treating and operating on a wide variety of conditions.
Under the supervision of a directing physician, manages care of athletes and the active population in community outreach settings. Uses preventative measures appropriately, provides standard immediate care procedures used in emergencies, clinical evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation and reconditioning. Employs appropriate assessment outcomes measures to determine effectiveness of the outreach program. Determines appropriate return to play of athletes and active population. Management of head injuries/concussions and referrals to appropriate medical professionals to ensure optimal level of care. Provides education to coaches.
Education & Credentials:
Required
Bachelor's degree in athletic training from a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) program. NATABOC certified (ATC credential). Licensed by North Carolina Board of Athletic Training Examiners within three months of employment date. BCLS for healthcare providers or completion of BCLS from the American Heart Association within one month of employment date.
Preferred
Master’s degree in Sports Medicine from an accredited program. BCLS, FA, AED instructor certified.
Work Experience:
Required
No experience required. Given training and on-the-job experience, incumbent should be proficient in the basic aspects of the job within three months of employment date.
Preferred
One or more years experience as an AT, high school or college level. About Catawba Valley Medical Center
COMPREHENSIVE, ACCESSIBLE HEALTHCARE SERVICES IN THE CATAWBA VALLEY
As the region’s largest not-for-profit community hospital, we exist to heal and comfort patients, to promote and foster a healthier community, and to ensure access to healthcare to all who need it - regardless of ability to pay. With a wide array of medical specialties, our skilled nurses and providers are trained to treat virtually any type of injury or illness, providing high-quality, easily accessible healthcare close to home.
Our mission: Exceptional Healthcare. Every Person. Every Time.
At A Glance:
- North Carolina’s first and only 5-time Magnet recipient for nursing excellence
- Region’s only level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
- Women’s Choice Award winner for America’s Best 100 Hospitals for Patient Experience for six consecutive years
- American College of Surgeons Accredited Comprehensive Community Cancer Center
Catawba Valley Medical Center offers a wide range of services from experienced medical specialists capable of addressing virtually any healthcare concern. Our current hospital holds 258 beds and serves the five-county Hickory area. Through our skilled medical practitioners and our highly trained staff, we strive to provide the highest level of medical expertise using the latest, state-of-the-art technology available.
One of our goals at Catawba Valley Medica Center is to provide seamless care between your primary care provider and our hospital. Being a part of a vast healthcare network allows for easier and more efficient communication between local physicians, medical specialists and our hospital. No one should have to travel far for the expert level medical treatment they need. We work with a plethora of medical specialists capable of diagnosing, treating and operating on a wide variety of conditions.
Athletic Trainer / Sports Medicine / PRN
Office
NC, United States
Full Time
August 14, 2025