What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer - Stony Point Orthopedic Clinic - Days position at VCU Health?
**$5,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by March 31, 2025. Terms and Conditions apply**
The primary responsibility of the clinical/physician extender athletic trainer is to provide day-to-day coverage in the Orthopedic Physician clinic.
Licensure, Certification, Or Registration Requirements For Hire
Licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia as an Athletic Trainer or eligible National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) Board of Certification Current CPR Certification
Licensure, Certification, Or Registration Requirements For Continued Employment
licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia as an Athletic Trainer.
National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) Board of Certification (BOC).
Current CPR certification.
Experience REQUIRED: N/A
Experience PREFERRED
Two (2) years previous athletic training experience
One (1) year residency in ATC Physician Extender Program Orthopedic Technologist Certification
Education/training REQUIRED
Bachelor’s Degree in a specialized curriculum accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
Education/training PREFERRED
Master’s Degree in a specialized curriculum accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education.
Independent Action(s) Required
Work under the direction of supervising Physician in fast paced orthopedic clinic. Ability to multitask and work independently on tasks
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional Position Requirements
This job safely administers the prescribed medications of topical corticosteroids, topical lidocaine, or other Schedule VI topical drugs; oxygen for use in emergency situations; epinephrine for use in emergency cases of anaphylactic shock; and naloxone or other opioid antagonist for overdose reversal.
Age Specific groups served: Adolescence Adult
Physical Requirements (includes Use Of Assistance Devices As Appropriate)
Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs. Lifting 50-100 lbs. Lifting greater than 100 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change
Workday Day (United States of America)
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
The primary responsibility of the clinical/physician extender athletic trainer is to provide day-to-day coverage in the Orthopedic Physician clinic.
Licensure, Certification, Or Registration Requirements For Hire
Licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia as an Athletic Trainer or eligible National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) Board of Certification Current CPR Certification
Licensure, Certification, Or Registration Requirements For Continued Employment
licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia as an Athletic Trainer.
National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) Board of Certification (BOC).
Current CPR certification.
Experience REQUIRED: N/A
Experience PREFERRED
Two (2) years previous athletic training experience
One (1) year residency in ATC Physician Extender Program Orthopedic Technologist Certification
Education/training REQUIRED
Bachelor’s Degree in a specialized curriculum accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
Education/training PREFERRED
Master’s Degree in a specialized curriculum accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education.
Independent Action(s) Required
Work under the direction of supervising Physician in fast paced orthopedic clinic. Ability to multitask and work independently on tasks
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional Position Requirements
This job safely administers the prescribed medications of topical corticosteroids, topical lidocaine, or other Schedule VI topical drugs; oxygen for use in emergency situations; epinephrine for use in emergency cases of anaphylactic shock; and naloxone or other opioid antagonist for overdose reversal.
Age Specific groups served: Adolescence Adult
Physical Requirements (includes Use Of Assistance Devices As Appropriate)
Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs. Lifting 50-100 lbs. Lifting greater than 100 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change
Workday Day (United States of America)
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
