Athletic Trainer Clinic

Intermountain Health•Riverton, NJ

4d•$27 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a Sports Medicine Physician, the Athletic Trainer assists with the evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal and sports-related injuries. The role practices as a physician extender under a directing physician in accordance with the state practice act and works with physicians, clinicians, patients, and other care providers to support rehabilitation and treatment. The Athletic Trainer evaluates patient needs, develops and supports rehabilitation programs, monitors treatment responses, educates patients, and coordinates care. The position also provides clinical assistance such as casting, splinting, brace fitting, wound care, taking vitals, preparing medications, testing for illnesses, assisting with procedures and concussion treatments, and supporting prior authorizations. The role maintains clinical equipment and documentation and participates in marketing and community education programs. This position is based at Intermountain Health Riverton Hospital in Riverton, Utah, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week. The listed hourly range is $26.74–$41.28, with the actual rate dependent on experience.

Requirements

Current license as an Athletic Trainer in the state of practice.
National athletic trainer certification.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers.
Experience with a variety of computer programs, including databases, word processing, and the internet.

Responsibilities

Practice as a physician extender under a directing physician in accordance with the state practice act.
Assess patients and determine therapy modifications and treatment needs in consultation with a physician or other clinicians.
Develop rehabilitation programs that address patients’ short- and long-term goals.
Demonstrate and help patients perform prescribed therapeutic exercises according to physician protocols.
Monitor patients’ responses to treatment.
Educate patients about rehabilitation programs, health needs, injuries, diagnoses, prognoses, and risks.
Coordinate care with other patient care providers as appropriate.
Complete documentation, including reports, treatment records, intake forms, and message logs.
Clean, maintain, and inspect necessary equipment, and report repair and maintenance needs.
Participate in marketing and community educational programs.
Respond to patient questions and messages for the physician.
Provide casting, splinting, brace fitting, wound care and bandaging, take vitals, draw up medications, and perform testing for illnesses such as flu and strep.
Assist with procedures and concussion treatments.
File paperwork correctly and assist with obtaining prior authorizations for procedures, imaging, or medications when needed.
Assist outreach athletic trainers as needed when appropriate documentation of a supervising or directing physician for the Intermountain system is in place.