What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer position at North Mississippi Medical Center System?
Tupelo
SPORTS MEDICINE EXP
Full Time - Day
At North Mississippi Health Services, our mission is to “continuously improve the health of the people of our region.” Our vision is to “provide the best patient and family-centered care and health services in America.” We believe that fulfilling our mission and vision calls us to embrace the best people that form incredible connections to our patients and families. We take pride in celebrating everything that makes you uniquely you – your talents, your perspectives, and your passions. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in connecting your passion with a purpose. When you are part of our team, you know what connected feels like. #WhatConnectsYou #NMHSConnections
**JOB SUMMARY** Certified Athletic Trainers (ATC) recognize and evaluate sports injuries. They provide first aid or emergency care; develop and carry out rehabilitation programs for injured athletes; and plan and implement comprehensive programs to prevent injury among athletes. Athletic trainers collaborate with medical doctors to provide emergency and follow-up care. They provide a vital communication link between the injured athlete, the physician, the coach, and the athlete’s family to determine when the athlete can safely return to practice and competition. **JOB** **FUNCTIONS** **Clinical:** * Provides athletic training services to area recreational groups, schools, and other organization as assigned * Assist with Saturday morning clinics * Assist with planning and implementing pre-season physicals for athletes * Remains competent in the following areas: * Modalities such as heat, cold, ultrasound, and electrotherapy * Therapeutic exercise * First Aide * Attends and provides continuing education in servicing * Serves as mentor for new employee(s) or volunteers * Serves as clinical supervisor for student athletic trainers while completing their hours **Budget:** * Assist with maintaining an accurate inventory of sports medicine supplies and remaining within the monthly supply budget * Charges patients appropriately and in a timely manner for treatment and equipment **Other:** * Must be competent in use of computer for documentation and charging purposes * Must provide own transportation **QUALIFICATIONS** **Education** **Education Level** **Education Details** **Required/Preferred** Bachelor's Degree Athletic Training/Physical Education, Sports Medicine or related field Required Master's Degree Athletic Training/Physical Education, Sports Medicine or related field Preferred **Licenses and Certifications** **Licenses and Certifications** **Licenses and Certifications Details** **Time Frame** **Required/** **Preferred** DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Mississippi Upon Hire Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) CPR Upon Hire Required License, Athletic Trainer Mississippi Upon Hire Required **Work Experience** **Number of Years** **Work Experience Details** **Required/** **Preferred** Less than 1 year Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, and Geriatrics Preferred **Knowledge Skills and Abilities** **Knowledge, Skills, Abilities** **Required/Preferred** **Proficiency**
SPORTS MEDICINE EXP
Full Time - Day
Posting Description
At North Mississippi Health Services, our mission is to “continuously improve the health of the people of our region.” Our vision is to “provide the best patient and family-centered care and health services in America.” We believe that fulfilling our mission and vision calls us to embrace the best people that form incredible connections to our patients and families. We take pride in celebrating everything that makes you uniquely you – your talents, your perspectives, and your passions. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in connecting your passion with a purpose. When you are part of our team, you know what connected feels like. #WhatConnectsYou #NMHSConnections
Job Description
**JOB SUMMARY** Certified Athletic Trainers (ATC) recognize and evaluate sports injuries. They provide first aid or emergency care; develop and carry out rehabilitation programs for injured athletes; and plan and implement comprehensive programs to prevent injury among athletes. Athletic trainers collaborate with medical doctors to provide emergency and follow-up care. They provide a vital communication link between the injured athlete, the physician, the coach, and the athlete’s family to determine when the athlete can safely return to practice and competition. **JOB** **FUNCTIONS** **Clinical:** * Provides athletic training services to area recreational groups, schools, and other organization as assigned * Assist with Saturday morning clinics * Assist with planning and implementing pre-season physicals for athletes * Remains competent in the following areas: * Modalities such as heat, cold, ultrasound, and electrotherapy * Therapeutic exercise * First Aide * Attends and provides continuing education in servicing * Serves as mentor for new employee(s) or volunteers * Serves as clinical supervisor for student athletic trainers while completing their hours **Budget:** * Assist with maintaining an accurate inventory of sports medicine supplies and remaining within the monthly supply budget * Charges patients appropriately and in a timely manner for treatment and equipment **Other:** * Must be competent in use of computer for documentation and charging purposes * Must provide own transportation **QUALIFICATIONS** **Education** **Education Level** **Education Details** **Required/Preferred** Bachelor's Degree Athletic Training/Physical Education, Sports Medicine or related field Required Master's Degree Athletic Training/Physical Education, Sports Medicine or related field Preferred **Licenses and Certifications** **Licenses and Certifications** **Licenses and Certifications Details** **Time Frame** **Required/** **Preferred** DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Mississippi Upon Hire Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) CPR Upon Hire Required License, Athletic Trainer Mississippi Upon Hire Required **Work Experience** **Number of Years** **Work Experience Details** **Required/** **Preferred** Less than 1 year Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, and Geriatrics Preferred **Knowledge Skills and Abilities** **Knowledge, Skills, Abilities** **Required/Preferred** **Proficiency**
•Must organize and implement athletic training services
Required
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•Must coordinate patient treatment schedules with other PT’s, PTA’s, OTs, and COTA’s
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•Participates in setting of departmental goals and developing departmental policies and procedures
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N/A
•Promoting Sports Medicine and Athletic Training to community organizations, schools, and the public
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N/A
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ATHLETIC TRAINER
Bachelors
Requirements:
Licenses
You must have the following licenses to apply:ATHLETIC TRAINER
Education
You must have the following education to apply:Bachelors
