ATHLETIC TRAINER

UPMC Sports Medicine is a premier provider of sports health services, pioneering advancements in the field of sports medicine to promote health, wellness, and performance excellence. We offer specialized care to athletes and performing artists, ensuring peak performance and enhanced recovery.

UPMC Sports Medicine is excited to offer an opportunity for a dedicated Athletic Trainer to join our team, focusing specifically on the healthcare needs of the Pittsburgh Ballet Theater.

Our collaboration with the Pittsburgh Ballet Theater allows us to extend specialized medical care and support to one of the most renowned ballet companies in the region. This role is critical in ensuring that performers receive the preventative care, treatment, and rehabilitation necessary to excel both on and off stage.

About Pittsburgh Ballet Theater:

The Pittsburgh Ballet Theater (PBT) is one of the most exciting ballet companies in the United States. Since its founding in 1969, PBT has built a legacy of excellence and innovation offering a diverse range of performances including classics, contemporary works, and collaborations with the PBT orchestra.

In addition to ballet responsibilities, this position will serve as a department of athletic training floater to assist with healthcare needs for staff time off requests, leaves of absences, and various special events.

The work week will typically consist of 25 hours of time devoted to the Pittsburgh Ballet with the remaining time floating.

SIGN-ON BONUS Available

External/qualified candidates will receive $10,000 with a 2-year commitment for eligible locations.

Responsibilities:

* Provides athletic training services following the rules and regulations of the National Athletic Trainers Association Code of Ethics, BOC Standards of Professional Practice, Pennsylvania State Practice Act and Pennsylvania Rules & Regulations for Licensed Athletic Trainers, and UPMC system-wide and Athletic Training & Development department-specific Policies and Procedures.
* Provides evaluations, establishes plans of care, and selects appropriate treatment and rehabilitation interventions.
* Presents one in-service education program annually according to established departmental guidelines.
* Maintains, completes and submits appropriate electronic and written incident documentation for the contracted organization per departmental policies and procedures.
* Proactive in building relationships with UPMC services (CRS facilities, neuropsychologists, physicians, etc)
* Participates in professional growth and development related to the field of sports medicine to further his/her knowledge
* Provides athletic training services within contractual guidelines utilizing UPMC and site-specific Written Protocol and adhering to Written Physician Agreements
* Participates in athletic training services at special events sponsored by UPMC Sports Medicine .
* Participates in community education programming approved by UPMC Sports Medicine.

Qualifications:

* Minimum of a Bachelor of Science or Art degree.
* Ability to quickly establish rapport with students, physicians, staff and co-workers.
* Highly organized and able to prioritize assignments.
* Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to worksites within local area required

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

* Certified as an athletic trainer by the Board of Certification (BOC).
* Licensed as an athletic trainer in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
* Emergency Cardiac Care based on AHA standards including both didactic and skills demonstrations. Course must include following areas: adult & pediatric CPR, AED, airway obstruction, 2nd rescuer CPR and barrier devices (e.g., pocket mask, bag valve mask). Proof of course completion must be presented within 30 days of hire.
* Act 114 PDE FBI Clearance
* Act 168
* Act 33 with renewal
* Act 34 with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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