Athletic Trainer School Based

Intermountain Health

6d•$26 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

This job code applies to the Athletic Trainer, in the community, youth or high school setting, with primary assignment to support the medical needs of the assigned partner; provide medical coverage, on field and in the training room for injured athletes during practices and events. Such duties may also extend to assist other local high schools, community sporting events, and regional sporting camps/activities. This position will have variable working hours, unpredictability of schedules, adjusting to match the needs of the partner and late nights. The Athletic Trainer works primarily afternoons and evenings with some weekends during the school year, and maintains a variable schedule during the summer based on program needs. Essential Functions Carries out rehabilitation program after athlete or patient has been evaluated and treatment plan has been established collaborating closely with other medical team providers including PT, and Physician. Assesses and administers first-aide to injured athletes during practices and sporting events, making appropriate physician referral when needed. Oversees the operation of the Athletic Training room ensuring that appropriate levels of supplies are maintained, maximal coverage is provided, and that the Athletic Training room and clinic maintains a clean, safe, and professional environment. Communicates effectively with coaches, school administration, parents, athletes, patients, physicians, therapists as well as other sports medicine team members. Maintains accurate records of all evaluations, referrals, and treatments administered to patients or athletes. Provides education and training on injury prevention, advocates for overall health literacy, nutrition, and mental health wellbeing. Develops strong relationships with Key Stakeholders at assigned school or clinic; including but not limited to; Physicians, Athletic Director, School Administration and Faculty, Coaching Staff, Boosters, and Parents. Ensures that proper return to play criteria is met before allowing participation of athlete or patient, ensuring that the best interest of the athlete or patient is the priority. Organizes and presents in-services, lectures, coaches conferences, seasonal physicals, sports camps, training, and educational opportunities as appropriate.

Requirements

Verbal and Written Communication
Works well with team
Process Improvement
Familiar with computers – Microsoft, excel, other
Patient Engagement
Critical Thinking
Time Management
Care Planning
Current Athletic Training Licensure for the states in which you work.
Credentialed as an Athletic Trainer through the Board of Certification (BOC).
Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.

Nice To Haves

Two years’ experience working in school/community setting as an Athletic Trainer, preferred

Responsibilities

Carries out rehabilitation program after athlete or patient has been evaluated and treatment plan has been established collaborating closely with other medical team providers including PT, and Physician.
Assesses and administers first-aide to injured athletes during practices and sporting events, making appropriate physician referral when needed.
Oversees the operation of the Athletic Training room ensuring that appropriate levels of supplies are maintained, maximal coverage is provided, and that the Athletic Training room and clinic maintains a clean, safe, and professional environment.
Communicates effectively with coaches, school administration, parents, athletes, patients, physicians, therapists as well as other sports medicine team members.
Maintains accurate records of all evaluations, referrals, and treatments administered to patients or athletes.
Provides education and training on injury prevention, advocates for overall health literacy, nutrition, and mental health wellbeing.
Develops strong relationships with Key Stakeholders at assigned school or clinic; including but not limited to; Physicians, Athletic Director, School Administration and Faculty, Coaching Staff, Boosters, and Parents.
Ensures that proper return to play criteria is met before allowing participation of athlete or patient, ensuring that the best interest of the athlete or patient is the priority.
Organizes and presents in-services, lectures, coaches conferences, seasonal physicals, sports camps, training, and educational opportunities as appropriate.

Benefits

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
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