Athletic Trainer

Hospital for Special Surgery • Paramus, NJ

1d • $47,000 - $71,750

About The Position

How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless... Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success. If this describes you then let’s talk! HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise. What you will be doing JOB DESCRIPTION- Paramus NJ Athletic Trainer – Youth Sports Programs Position Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Athletic Trainer for a multiple-role position supporting the HSS Regional High School Outreach Program, with youth sports outreach and other regional programming. This role includes independent high school athletic training coverage, being a local injury prevention educator for these local schools and direct clinical support to Sports Medicine providers within the HSS Sports Medicine Institute.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Athletic Training
• Current BOC certification
• CPR/AED certification
• Current Sate licensure in the state of employment.
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently in the high school setting
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Previous injury prevention and exercise program development

Nice To Haves

• Prior 3 years of experience working in a high school athletic training setting and/or academic sports medicine practice preferred

Responsibilities

• Clinical Coordinator – HSS Regional High School Outreach Program
• Organize and manage athletic training coverage, including scheduling and provider communication.
• Provide independent weekly athletic training room coverage at designated high schools, serving as a primary point of contact for injury evaluation, triage, and management of student-athletes.
• Administers first aid until appropriate medical assistance can be obtained.
• Provide evening and weekend football games and potentially and other in season game coverage to assigned high schools, when needed.
• Coordinate referrals to HSS sports medicine physicians and other appropriate specialists.
• Maintain direct contact with the sports medicine doctors, coaching staff, strength & conditioning staff, Athletic Director, student athletes and parents so that there is a clear line of communication.
• Evaluates athletes’ physical condition, response and progress and discuss with appropriate physicians, supervisors, and then informs coaches of status of athlete’s condition.
• Advises and treats student athletes to maintain physical fitness for participation in athletic competitions; records and maintains appropriate treatment/rehabilitation records for student athletes.
• Support HSS’s mission to provide community benefit and address healthcare disparities and social determinants of health.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with our local partner High Schools, athletic directors, physical therapists, referring primary care and specialty providers and athletes and their families.
• Advanced Practice Provider – Sports Medicine Institute
• Prepare and organize medical records prior to patient visits, including relevant imaging, prior documentation, and clinical history.
• Deliver patient education regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, and rehabilitation, including development of personalized exercise programs and home exercise plans.
• Assist with in-office procedures as appropriate to athletic training and scope of practice.
• Assist with coordinating the patient follow-up process, including referrals, imaging, therapy, medications, and return-to-play planning.
• Serve as a liaison between the physician, nursing, and office staff to promote efficient, coordinated patient care.
• Injury Prevention Educator
• Deliver educational workshop and training sessions under the direction of the HSS Sports Safety Program Manager.
• Contribute to the development, implement mentation, and improvement of educational materials and program curriculum under the direction of the HSS Sports Safety Program Manager

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level