What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer position at EXCELSIOR ORTHOPAEDICS GROUP?
Job Details
Job Location
Excelsior Orthopaedics Amherst NY - Amherst, NY
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Salary Range
21.78 - $39.20 Hourly
Travel Percentage
Travel - some
Job Shift
Description
Job Summary
Role provides clinical support and direction for the athletic population and post-surgical patients within the rehabilitation clinic. Athletic trainers are responsible for providing clinical linkage between physical therapy and rehabilitation. This role performs a wide variety of duties involving the evaluation, treatment, care, and rehabilitation of patients with athletic, sports-related, or orthopedic injuries / conditions. Additionally, this role has opportunity to support designated high schools in an outreach capacity as well as represent Excelsior Orthopaedics at external events as needed.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Act as a clinical support specialist for the rehabilitation staff assisting in patient care and maintaining patient flow to maximize efficiency.
- Provide professional direction and education to all athletes and patients in the areas of rest, recovery, nutrition, and hydration while adhering to standard precautions for patient care.
- Teach and monitor athletes on proper and safe lifting / conditioning techniques.
- Educate patients regarding injuries, reconditioning exercises, and / or injury recovery as appropriately directed by the physician.
- Participate in health fairs, educational seminars, and expos, and other outreach events as needed.
- Apply knowledge of the general principles of preventative physical care for athletes, first aid treatment and referral, and post-injury rehabilitation.
- Provide high school athletic coverage as needed.
- Communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.
- Assist with maintenance and cleaning of all equipment.
- Assist with the delivery of the athletic profile and maintenance records.
- Adhere to all established guidelines.
- Carry out all other duties as requested by supervisor.
Qualifications
Requirements and Qualification
Physical Demands
Salary : $22 - $39