athletic trainer - Lawrenceburg, TN , USA, United States - LifePoint Hospitals

Description

02101 Athletic Trainer position for Summertown and Loretto

The athletic trainer is the liaison between the patient and/or parents, the medical doctors or their support staffs, the medical assistant, athletes, coaches and contracted outreach community


Prevention of Athletic Injuries:
Design and Implement Prevention programs


Job Knowledge:
Understanding of job duties, know how in performing assigned tasks


Ambition/Initiative:
Willingness to put forth effort in starting an activity, contribute to new ideas or seek improvement.

Hiring 2 positions - 1 for Summertown High School, 1 for Loretto High School

Reports to:
Director of Physician Services


FLSA:
Non-exempt

Grade: 60


EEO:
□ 01 Officials and Managers □ 02 Professionals X 03 Technicians □ 04 Sales Workers □ 05 Administrative Support Workers □ 06 Craft Workers □ 07 Operatives □ 08 Laborers and Helpers □ 09 Service Workers

Essential Functions ?

• Responsible for data collection and data entry (patient history).
• Responsible to provide home exercise protocols for patients per the doctor's request.
• Responsible for patient setup and education of electrical modality units.
• Responsible for patient brace/crutch fitting and product education.
• Responsible for following all HIPAA regulations and guidelines.
• Responsible for following all OSHA guidelines while handling blood or bodily fluids.
• Determination of an athlete's physical readiness to participate
• Knowledge of injury evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation.
• Knowledge of normal anatomical structure and function.
• Knowledge of physiological demand and response to exercise.
• Knowledge of normal biomechanical demands of exercise.
• Presentation of educational programs for the healthy and injured athlete's (i.e., alcohol and other drug abuse, performance anxiety)
• Know ledge of nutritional demands of the athlete.
• Know ledge of contraindications and side effects of prescription and non-prescription medications.
• Know ledge of absorption, dissipation, and transmission of energy of varying materials. (i.e., protective padding)
• Know ledge of legal requirements and rules of the athletic event.
• Implementation of pre-season, in-season and post- season strength and conditioning programs.
• Works confidently in crisis or in an emergency situation.
• Demonstrates knowledge of safety practices. (see attached checklist)
• Uses assigned athletic training equipment safely and efficiently.
• Develops treatment programs in accordance with findings of evaluations and goals established by the injury assessment or by the treating physician.
• Assesses athlete's status in response to treatment and modifies programs as appropriate.
• Applies treatment procedures and modalities in accordance with established indications and contraindications.
• Prepares athlete for treatment and insures comfort and safety of athletes.
• Instructs athlete in therapeutic exercise, and strength and conditioning programs.
• Informs athlete and families of important aspects of athlete's present condition, including concussion, wound care, first aid and follow-up care.
• Informs physician and program manager of any necessary documentation or observable signs that need investigation.
• Engaged actively in marketing activities to promote growth of STRHS Sports Medicine.
• Promoted health education through community events and presentations.
• Maintaining business relationships and development of STRHS Sports Medicine referral network.
• Meets criteria for certification as established in the National Athletic Trainers Association with respect to CEU's.

Job Requirements ?

Minimum Education

□ Graduate of a Program in Discipline, Bachelor's Degree in Athletic Training Required

Minimum Education

□ Master's degree Preferred

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Required Skills


Certifications:
X Basic Life Support (BLS) □ Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) □ Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) □ Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) □ Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) □Other__________________________ □Other_________________________

Must be NATA BOC certified and possess or be in the process of acquiring licensure, certification or registration from the state of Tennessee

Required Skills

Licenses:
Current and active Athletic Trainer license in the state of Tennessee.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran