What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer position at Hughston Clinic?
Position Goal
Provide athletic training outreach services for secondary school(s) and Universities in area.
Position Responsibilities
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Care for injuries using therapeutic modalities and rehabilitation techniques.
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Evaluate readiness to return to daily activities, and coordinate clearances when necessary.
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Provide athletic training outreach and medical care to assigned location.
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Responsible for athletic training special event coverage when scheduled.
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Maintain a line of communication with the team physician(s) regarding athletic health care and recommended treatment/rehabilitation for all athletic injuries.
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Maintain an effective and efficient athletic training room.
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Maintain communication with parents on the care & treatment of their student-athlete.
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File all necessary reports associated with athletic injuries and/or incidents.
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Maintain a daily treatment log.
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Oversee the ordering of supplies and equipment pertaining to the athletic training room and maintain an up-to-date inventory.
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Create a safe playing environment by monitoring and controlling environmental risks.
Experience:
Required:
No previous experience required.
Preferred:
2 years experience as a certified athletic trainer.
Education:
Required:
Degree in athletic training/sports medicine from CAATE approved institution.
Preferred:
Masters Degree in related field.
Special Qualifications:
Special Qualifications:
Required:
NATA certification in good standing.
Current state license in Athletic Training.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
This position may require travel to and from satellite clinics as assigned. Please note, if assigned for travel, this position will require a valid drivers license and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record upon hire (MVR will be screened on an annual basis).
The Hughston Clinic, The Hughston Foundation, The Hughston Surgical Center, Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics, Hughston Medical, Hughston Orthopaedics Trauma, Hughston Orthopaedics Southeast and Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital participate in E-Verify. This company is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
