Athletic Trainer 2

University of Rochester

83d•$26 - $34

About The Position

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. GENERAL PURPOSE: Provides athletic training services to local high schools and collegiate institutions through prevention, conditioning, re-conditioning and rehabilitation for athletic injuries in the clinic setting under the direction of a physician in collaboration with other medical and allied health professionals. Focuses on delivering clinical care and/or outreach activities, while acting with proficiency and competence in all aspects of job responsibilities and expectations. Assists in other areas of the department when the need arises, including working on special projects, and mentoring student athletic trainers.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field
18 months of progressively responsible professional work experience in an outpatient orthopedic clinical care and athletic training outreach role required
Ability to call for and/or render care in the event of a patient emergency required
Certification as an Athletic Trainer by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) upon hire required
New York State licensure as an athletic trainer upon hire required
CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation upon hire required

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in same or related field preferred
Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

Provides athletic training outreach services in a High School or organizational setting.
Evaluates injuries, applies first aid, and coordinates referral to medical care.
Communicates with parents or guardian, as necessary, and the physician regarding medical care.
Develops programs of general conditioning during recovery.
Instructs athlete in following prescribed home rehabilitation programs.
Teaches procedures for a functional progression for return to participation.
Instructs athletes, parents/guardian and coaches regarding conditioning, weight control, diet, prevention, and care of injuries.
Educates coaches regarding procedures and techniques for enhancement of performance.
Teaches student athletic trainers first aid protocol.
Provides guidance related to prophylactic skills and record keeping.
Instructs on coaching staff regarding care and prevention of injuries.
Evaluates prior injuries and develops and teaches a program of injury prevention.
Evaluates injury rate and etiology and suggests changes in sport techniques and/or practice procedures to coaches.
Instructs coaching staff regarding sports techniques and practice procedures in view of injury prevention.
Educates, coaches and trains student athletic trainers in approved procedures.
Maintains inventory and assists with ordering of supplies as needed.
Documents patient progress and response to treatments in the medical record.
Evaluates patient's functional status and abilities and disabilities for participation in activities.
Applies or directs application of various measures and tests.
Plans a program of patient treatment related to diagnosis/prognosis from physician’s order.
Determines types and frequencies of rehabilitation and communicates care plan options with patient.
Obtains supportive information from other sources, such as family members, physician, nursing staff, etc.
Communicates and recommends modifications of program to physician and others involved, as needed.
Under the direction of the registered nurse, assists with patient needs via call bell systems.
Provides ROM in accordance with plan of care.
Initiates and assists with transfers in and out of bed, chairs, wheelchairs, and lifts.
Instructs and aids in teaching patients and family safe transfer techniques.
Selects and utilizes transfer equipment safely and proficiently.
Works collaboratively with all members of the team to meet the mobilization needs of the patient.
Promotes functional gains through instruction and supervision of patient.
Participates in creation of a mobility plan.
Ensures side rails and safety equipment are in full position and operational.
Remains knowledgeable of hospital safety policies and procedures.
Takes responsibility to notify appropriate persons of any hazards.
Remains in constant observation of the assigned patient at all times.
Demonstrates the ability to care for patients of different age groups.
Participates in departmental meetings.
Keeps current in the field by reading professional articles and journals.
Attends CEU courses in ATC related field.
Participates and attends selected professional meetings and seminars, etc.
Performs duties to support Ortho Sports MD’s in clinic, including documentation, taking history, performing exam and discussing exercise progression with patients.
Assists in the ASC with patient care education, instructing patients with post- operative exercise guidelines.
Performs evaluation and physical testing with workplace health clients to develop an exercise program for purposes of injury prevention and health maintenance.
May assist with sports performance programs, including but not limited to, performance training, ART, and Group Exercise classes.
Other duties as assigned.