- To get started, complete the following quiz: https://advance.appily.com/careers/healthcare/quiz
- What were your results?
It says my ideal role could be an executive. Which means I’m a go-getter, who is interested in the business side of healthcare.
- Did they surprise you? Why or why not?
Yes because I don’t expect myself to be more on the business side of healthcare. I love the hands on and this is completely different.
- Find at least 3 job postings that you would be interested in applying to that requires the degree you are currently pursuing or a degree you’re interested in pursuing. Examples of where to search: Indeed.com, LinkedIn, USA Jobs, Glassdoor, or just Google the job you want to find! Copy and paste the job postings below. Answer the questions under each link in complete sentences.
- Job 1 Link: https://www.chkdcareers.org/jobs/1792166-athletic-trainer-clinical-outreach
- Identify the salary range: $51,000-$73,000 per year
- How much experience would be required to apply for that job? It does not say time wise but it says, previous experience in independently providing athletic intervention at a special event. As well as previous experience in healthcare.
- What degrees, certifications or training is required? In the website it states that you need a Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training or accredited educational program by the NATA-BOC.
- What skills are and tasks are involved in performing the job you have found? Establishing a plan of care for athletes and managing the needs of the athlete based on examination. Supervises, plans for and coordinates athletic training services for games, tournaments, camps or any sporting event.
- Job 2 Link: https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/assistant-athletic-trainer-norfolk-virginia-united-states
- Identify the salary range: it ranges from 12.15-38.13 an hour. The average salary is 25.96 an hour in Virgina. Yearly around $53K
- How much experience would be required to apply for that job? It says a minimum of two years of experience in athletic training.
- What degrees, certifications or training is required? Master’s Degree in athletic training, BOC certification and eligible for State of Va licensure are required for this job.
- What skills are and tasks are involved in performing the job you have found?
The tasks that they are looking for is assisting with taping, treatments, and rehabilitation. Being able to work in a team environment. Also a physical test lifting 100 pounds maximum.
- Job 3 Link: https://www.usph.com
- Identify the salary range: Hourly Rate $30 – $35
- How much experience would be required to apply for that job? Minimum of one year of experience in customer services, 1-2 years of experience in the sports medicine field.
- What degrees, certifications or training is required? You must be CPR certified. Education in Athletic Training, as well as knowledge of the
- What skills are and tasks are involved in performing the job you have found? Provide training for ones who are injured, Maintain knowledge of OSHA Health and Safety, Maintain a positive relationship between clients
Reflection: From the 3 job postings you found, choose one job you want the most. Why does this job appeal to you the most? What skills do you already possess that would help you to get this job? Identify skills you are still building or need more experience performing. Discuss options to sharpen or learn the skills you will need to gain. I would choose the CHKD job because I have been in the community of them and they have a good ground and job field. Well currently, I already have knowledge of wrapping and helping athletes. As well as the communication and having good relationships with clients, and planning I am very well on planning! But skills I need to work on is, knowledge of sports medicine and learning more things about the body.