Athletic Trainer - PRN

Position will help to support community outreach programs at local high school, youth sports, and club sporting events that our hospital has contracts with. Schedule is variable, but does include late afternoon, evening, and weekend coverage times for events. An interest in youth hockey is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

Conduct assessments of injuries and refer patients to the appropriate healthcare services; Provide clear communication to patients regarding self-care, prevention, and treatment techniques; Develop and implement individualized treatment plans; Establish and execute treatment plans based on patient evaluations and health goals; Continuously monitor patient progress and adjust treatment as needed to ensure effective outcomes; Can direct athletes in performance enhancement programs for fitness or injury prevention; Identify and attend to factors affecting the patient’s physical and emotional comfort; Plan and facilitate patient discharge by providing at-home care instructions, family education, community referrals, and necessary equipment orders; Complete all required documentation according to department policies; Identify and support opportunities for community outreach to increase awareness of services and health education; Ensure the treatment area is clean and organized, maintain equipment, and adhere to safety standards

Requirements

Current Athletic Training certification by the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC); Currently licensed or eligible for Athletic Trainer license issued by the state in which the teammate practices within 30 days of hire; Ability to complete American Heart Association Healthcare Provider (BLS), which includes CPR and AED training within 30 days of hire; Bachelor's degree in athletic training from a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) program; No experience required; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to include communicating with physicians, staff, community partners, and other patients/customers related to sports medicine; Demonstrated ability to work on a multidisciplinary team in order to effectively treat and understand the needs of the sports medicine patients; Demonstrated ability to independently make sound decisions regarding problems or operational issues; Strong writing and organizational skills; Ability to work flexible schedule and in an environment that varies from office to outside temperatures/varying outdoor environments; Position requires travel so will be exposed to weather and road conditions; Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist; Must frequently walk, assist and lift patients as needed

Nice to have

Interest in youth hockey