Athletic Trainer - NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital F/T 35 hrs per week, Varied Days & Shifts

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

15h • Onsite

About The Position

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is a leading specialty hospital focused on musculoskeletal diseases, consistently ranked among the top orthopedic centers nationwide. We are seeking an Athletic Trainer to support our Sports Orthopedic clinical and educational programs. This role involves implementing injury prevention strategies, providing emergency care and first aid, evaluating athletic injuries, and implementing therapeutic reconditioning programs in schools. The position also includes providing school sports coverage, developing educational programs, and assisting with community outreach initiatives. The successful candidate will work in alignment with the Departmental strategic plan and the Institution's mission, assisting senior staff in program development and compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Athletic Training from an Accredited Athletic Training Program (CAATE) Required.
• Current and valid NYS Department of Education Athletic Training License Required.
• Certification through the Athletic Training Board of Certification (BOC) Required.
• CPR and AED Certification Required.
• Strong communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with athletes, parents, coaching staff, school administrators, and other medical professionals.
• Ability to effectively manage emergency situations relevant to the position.
• Knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, email, etc.).
• Minimum 1-2 years work-related experience.

Nice To Haves

• Masters degree from a program in athletic training
• 5 years work related experience
• CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach), CSCCA, ACSM or equivalent certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provides athletic training services for contracted schools.
• Performs initial on-field assessment of acute injuries and illnesses during games or practices.
• Provides first-aid and triage for athlete injuries/illnesses, monitors conditions, and coordinates evaluation and follow-up.
• Assists athletes in implementing home exercise programs as prescribed by their physician or healthcare professional.
• Follows proper medical practices, using medical, social, and psychological information to establish goals for athletes.
• Reviews cases and confers with physicians and other medical professionals when necessary.
• Maintains all equipment used during treatments.
• Understands and properly implements the type of treatment required by each patient.
• Monitors and assesses patient status to plan a course of treatment correctly.
• Provides proper documentation for all treatments rendered, maintains appropriate work records, and ensures confidentiality of athletic injury/illness information.
• Adheres to all HIPAA and FERPA guidelines.
• Defines and adheres to standardized nomenclature, measurement, and reporting.
• Assists school/school district with the implementation and yearly re-evaluation of school athletic policies (e.g., EAP's, Concussion Management, Standing Orders).
• Works in coordination with CMO (if applicable), School Nurse, and AD pertaining to the health and wellness of student athletes.
• Provides advice to athletes, parents, and coaching staff regarding injury prevention, health, wellness, and flexibility training.
• Assists in the preparation, selection, and fitting of protective equipment and pre-injury screening.
• Participates in pre-season parent/coach/athlete meetings.
• Provides offsite clinical services/event coverage, evaluates and treats offsite injuries, and reports findings to the organization/school medical team.
• Facilitates pre-participation exams.
• Reliably follows through with assignments on schedule, adheres to proper work schedule, reports for event coverage and meetings at designated times, gives proper notice of absences and lateness.
• Accepts policies and their modifications and is willing to cover sporting events after hours, if needed.
• Acts as a liaison between schools, universities, colleges, sports leagues, and sports organizations for Community Outreach and Education.
• Works with the chief of primary care sports medicine, athletic trainer coordinator, and department director on maintaining existing relationships and developing new ones.
• Develops and conducts various educational programs for educational and sports organizations.
• Acts as an extension of NYU Langone Sports Health through branding and name recognition by discussing services.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the organization's Service Standards and incorporates them into the performance of duties.
• Performs other responsibilities as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness package
• Robust support system for any stage of life
• Financial security benefits
• Generous time-off program
• Employee resource groups for peer support
• Holistic employee wellness program focusing on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees