What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Training and Sports Medicine Expert position at Intermountain Health?
Requirements:
The Athletic Trainer will need to have a current license as an Athletic Trainer in the state of practice, National athletic trainer certification, and Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers.
- Must be able to practice as physician extender under a directing physician in accordance with state practice act.
- Assesses patients to determine modifications of therapy and treatment needs in consultation with physician or other clinicians.
- Develops rehabilitation programs that appropriately addresses patient's short and long term goals.
- Educates patients regarding rehabilitation programs, health needs, injuries, diagnosis, prognosis, and risks.
- Coordinates care with other patient care providers as appropriate.
- Completes appropriate documentation including reports, treatments, intake forms, message logs, etc.
- Cleans, maintains, and inspects all necessary equipment. Reports repair and maintenance needs.
- Actively engages in marketing and community educational programs.
- A ttend to patient questions/messages for physician.
