Athletic Trainer II

University of Rochester

5d•$27 - $37•Onsite

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. This position 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. The three bands within this position are differentiated by level of independence, supervision required, ability to precept new employees in the use of all equipment, and the ability to lead and meet established departmental goals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training (with a dual focus in Exercise Science and Business Administration preferred) or related field
18 months of progressively responsible professional work experience in an outpatient orthopedic clinical care and athletic training outreach role 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
Employee must maintain all requirements mandated by Strong Memorial Hospital / Strong Health as a condition of employment.
Internship route certification in Athletic Training

Nice To Haves

5 years of relevant experience including supervisory preferred
Master's degree in same or related field preferred
1 year dedicated to the URMC Sports Medicine Department preferred (for Band III status)
2 year dedicated to the URMC Sports Medicine Department preferred (for Senior status)

Responsibilities

Provide 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.
Evaluates injuries, applies first aid, coordinate 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; teach procedures for a functional progression for return to participation.
Instructs athletes, parents/guardian, and coach 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 in-service programs for 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 suggest 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 patients’ progress and response to treatments in the medical record.
Evaluates the patient's functional status and abilities and disabilities for participation in activities (sports); 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 the care plan options with patient.
Obtains supportive information from other sources, e.g., family members, physician, nursing staff, etc.
Communicates with, and recommends to physician and others involved, modification of program as needed.
Direct patient care to include: Assisting with patient needs via call bell system, 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.
Assuring patient safety to include: assuring side rails and safety equipment are in full position and operational, being knowledgeable of hospital safety policies and procedures, taking responsibility to notify appropriate persons of any hazards, remaining in constant observation of the assigned patient at all times, and demonstrating the ability to care for patients of different age groups.
Participates in departmental meetings (both administrative and clinical continuing education programs).
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.
Assist in the ASC with patient care education instructing patients with post- operative exercise guidelines.
Performs evaluation and physical testing with workplace health clients in order to develop an exercise program for purposes of injury prevention and health maintenance. May also assist with sports performance programs including but not limited to performance training, ART, and Group Exercise classes.
Other duties as assigned.