What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer Westlake Part-Time position at University Hospitals?
Description
Position Summary / Essential Duties :
Supports athletes and athletic programs by providing comprehensive fitness, nutrition, injury care and conditioning programs. Essential duties include :
- Performs athlete evaluation on / off the field; provides immediate care as needed and / or develops an effective treatment plan appropriate to the athlete’s needs.
- Selects and competently uses a variety of appropriate treatment techniques.
- Educates athlete / family in applicable treatment and prevention.
- Regularly uses and keeps up-to-date documentation via UH preferred injury tracking software,
Performs other activities such as, but not limited to assisting Athletic Director in ordering supplies and keeping current inventories, billing, etc.
Qualifications
Education :
Bachelor degree in Sports Medicine or other related program
Required Credentials, License, and / or Certifications :
Board of Certification (BOC) - Certified
Licensed by OTPTAT Board to practice athletic training in the State of Ohio .
Experience & Knowledge :
Minimum 1 year experience as an ATC preferred – specific experience with general principles of injury prevention and first aid required
Special Skills & Equipment Knowledge :
Must be physically and cognitively able to provide care and to be able to assist in moving people and / or equipment.
This role encounters Protected Health Information (PHI) as part of regular responsibilities. UH employees must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain PHI for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
