Athletic Trainer/Ortho Tech - Athens Ortho

Piedmont Healthcare Inc. • Athens, GA

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About The Position

The Athletic Trainer provides care to clients in need of sports related rehabilitation services in various settings. This person is responsible for the care of injured athletes from adolescents to geriatrics at community sporting events and on the practice and playing fields. The Athletic Trainer administers immediate first aid and develops a treatment program based on the nature of the injury. The Athletic Trainer communicates with the injured athlete, physician, coach, and family as appropriate.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training or related field such as Health, Physical, Education or Exercise Science Required
• ORTHO - Orthopedic Technician Orthopedic Technologist Certification Upon Hire Required
• AT - Certified Athletic Trainer from the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Upon Hire Required
• Current Athletic Trainer license in State of Georgia Upon Hire Required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required

Nice To Haves

• No experience required
• Experience with a variety of sports programs

Responsibilities

• Provides care to clients in need of sports related rehabilitation services in various settings.
• Responsible for the care of injured athletes from adolescents to geriatrics at community sporting events and on the practice and playing fields.
• Administers immediate first aid and develops a treatment program based on the nature of the injury.
• Communicates with the injured athlete, physician, coach, and family as appropriate.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level