Athletic Trainer PRN

Arkansas Children's Hospital Northwest•Springdale, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for recognizing, evaluating, treating, and rehabilitating participating athletes who have suffered a sports injury or illness. The Athletic Trainer will also provide injury prevention education to athletes. Responsibilities include coverage of athletic team events and additional special events as assigned. This role serves as the primary liaison between the assigned school, the parent/athlete, and appropriate healthcare providers. The position also involves other duties at ACH as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
Related Field - 1 year of experience
Athletic Training (AR) - Arkansas State Board of Athletic Training
Flu vaccines are required.
This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree
Additional special events as assigned.
Recommended Certifications: Athletic Training (AR) - Arkansas State Board of Athletic Training

Responsibilities

Provides appropriate sports related care for athletes/patients.
Makes return to play decisions as appropriate.
Maintains documentation of patient/athlete interaction on appropriate forms, including documentation of any necessary follow up.
Keeps athletic training room neat, organized, and safe.
Assists with supply ordering; maintains organization and inventory of supplies/equipment.
Assists the sports medicine coordinator in budgeting related to assigned school.
Assists with the referral and scheduling of athletes to appropriate healthcare providers.
Coordinates with school and district personal on implementation of emergency action plans and sports medicine related policy.
Ensures the school insurance claim form is completed and appropriately disseminated.
Acts as educator and advocate for patient/athlete/family.
Is available by phone to assigned school when not on campus.
Performs other duties as assigned.