Athletic Trainer- Professional Sports-2nd Team Atlanta United

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

19d

About The Position

Provides high-quality sports medicine services to athletes in the outreach setting for professional sports teams or clubs. Performs duties related to business operations, coverage, documentation, and national, regional, and international travel, along with responsibilities assigned by the sports medicine management team. Works as an effective member of the sports medicine team, supporting Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s mission and efforts to deliver safe patient care and maintain a safe environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or entry-level degree from an accredited athletic training institution.
Certification in good standing from the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer.
Current Georgia licensure or eligibility to apply.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Adhere to National Athletic Trainers’ Association best practices and Georgia laws governing athletic training.
Clinical competence in sports medicine treatment for athletes and patients.
In-depth knowledge and understanding of training specific to the sport.
Ability to work autonomously and make sound decisions at off-site practices, matches, tournaments, or during international travel.
Good mental and physical health.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, and perform varied work-related tasks as needed.

Nice To Haves

One year of work experience preferred.
Master’s degree preferred.
Experience in collegiate or professional settings.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and instruct athletes on injury prevention and rehabilitation programs within a multidisciplinary model for the professional organization.
Oversee injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and daily healthcare for professional or club athletes.
Provide clinically competent services appropriate to each patient’s needs and diagnosis.
Provide ongoing education and updates to staff, parents, and patients by text, phone, or email.
Complete and submit daily charge sheets for each patient.
Organize pre-participation physicals and ensure compliance with professional organization or league requirements.
Coordinate athlete appointments with other healthcare professionals; order treatment-room supplies; assist with planning and ordering equipment; clean equipment; manage medical records; and coordinate travel and logistics for regional, national, and international matches.
Communicate and collaborate effectively with professional sports staff and team members.
Manage time independently to complete direct and independent patient care and departmental responsibilities.
Maintain professional growth, improve practice to industry standards, and complete required continuing education for Board of Certification and Georgia licensure.
Deliver age-appropriate patient care that incorporates infection control, mental health, body substance precautions, patient safety, body mechanics, and knowledge of growth and development.
Identify patient and family needs for services from auxiliary departments and provide follow-up and referrals as needed.
Make quick, accurate emergency decisions and annually review and implement emergency action plans, including plans for matches, practices, and facilities involving tourniquets, environmental emergencies, concussion management, and mental health emergencies.
Help maintain and monitor the work environment for ongoing Joint Commission readiness.