Athletic Trainer

Houston Methodist•Baytown, TX

About The Position

Practices prevention, recognition, assessment, management, treatment, and reconditioning of injuries in accordance with athletic training practice act and in collaboration with providers. Documents patient assessments and treatment notes accurately. Works in an integrated manner with the healthcare team in the provision of exercise and treatment modalities. Provides safe, effective athletic training appropriate to the patient’s ability and injury based upon the relevant evidence-based practice. Prepares patients for practice and competition through the appropriate utilization of braces, bandages, wrapping and taping techniques to prevent injury. Provides emergency care within the athletic trainer scope of practice. Proactively identifies/assesses any facility, environment, or patient related issues, documenting and communicating to management as appropriate. Corrects minor safety hazards. Assists in the organization and direction of specific activities of the department in coordination with leadership. Supports hospital and department goals and offers innovative solutions through participation in department projects to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of current practices. May participate in committees relevant special topics in professional literature at clinic meetings, grand rounds, conferences, and meetings in coordination with leadership. Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual process improvement. Remains current on professional issues and clinical skills. Assumes responsibility for self-growth and development by participating in in-service programs and continuing education.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
None needed
AT - Certified Athletic Trainer - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV through the Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers and
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
Adapts to multiple on-going priorities with minimal supervision; actively participating in problem-solving
Demonstrates excellent time-management and critical thinking skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks

Responsibilities

Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one other to achieve optimal department results.
Collaborates with all members of the health care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent information and data in a comprehensive manner to facilitate efficient and effective accomplishment of patient care.
Provides oversight to support personnel of patient care duties, to ensure properly performed.
Effectively communicates with the patient, family, physician, and coach regarding the patient’s ability to return to practice and competition.
Practices prevention, recognition, assessment, management, treatment, and reconditioning of injuries in accordance with athletic training practice act and in collaboration with providers.
Documents patient assessments and treatment notes accurately.
Works in an integrated manner with the healthcare team in the provision of exercise and treatment modalities.
Provides safe, effective athletic training appropriate to the patient’s ability and injury based upon the relevant evidence-based practice.
Prepares patients for practice and competition through the appropriate utilization of braces, bandages, wrapping and taping techniques to prevent injury. Provides emergency care within the athletic trainer scope of practice.
Proactively identifies/assesses any facility, environment, or patient related issues, documenting and communicating to management as appropriate. Corrects minor safety hazards.
Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, assisting coworkers as needed.
Promotes brand awareness while partnering within the community to increase service utilization.
Assists in the organization and direction of specific activities of the department in coordination with leadership.
Supports hospital and department goals and offers innovative solutions through participation in department projects to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of current practices. May participate in committees relevant special topics in professional literature at clinic meetings, grand rounds, conferences, and meetings in coordination with leadership.
Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual process improvement. Remains current on professional issues and clinical skills. Assumes responsibility for self-growth and development by participating in in-service programs and continuing education.