Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)

IRG Physical and Hand Therapy•Mill Creek, WA

31d•Onsite

About The Position

IRG PHYSICAL & HAND THERAPY IS GROWING AND LOOKING FOR A CERTIFIED ATHLETIC TRAINER (ATC) TO FILL AN EXCITING ROLE AT A LOCAL SCHOOL OR WITH OTHER LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS. OFFERING WORK/LIFE FLEXIBILITY, STUDENT LOAN ASSITANCE, A FUN AND REWARDING CULTURE & PROFESSIONAL GROWTH OPPORTUNITITES. YOUR BEST SELF. IRG Physical & Hand Therapy invites you to come and thrive with us. Do you want to work for a locally owned, financially stable, independent organization? Do you want to experience the difference of being a part of a company that feels like family - all while offering the best in Athletic Training to the community? If so, we want to talk to you. WHO WE ARE: IRG Physical & Hand Therapy is the premier provider of outpatient Physical & Hand Therapy in the Northwest. We are deeply embedded into our communities and strive to make a positive impact where we live, work, and play. IRG is a company that provides a fun, dynamic, and supportive environment for patients and employees. 100% independently owned and operated - no big national corporation in charge of the decisions that impact your patient care Human connection and community involvement is just as important to us as patient care - we are deeply embedded in our communities and encourage all employees to find their passion and get involved. Extensive mentorship, professional development ladders, resources, training and education so you can advance your skills and plan a path for your future - IRG encourages and supports development through specialty training, and ongoing con-ed opportunities for all positions! Many of our former exercise specialists have gone on to enroll in MD, DO, DPT, PTA, OT, COTA, and other professional programs. Leadership opportunities based on skill and performance, not just on seniority - IRG Leadership Institute courses designed to develop the skills you many not have learned in school. Full administrative team that is local and responsive - so you can focus on what matters, the patients and your community. THE POSITION: Under the supervision of the Performance Manager & school site AD, this position provides injury prevention and physical assessments on site to athletes. The Athletic Trainer will work with and in conjunction physical therapist in all aspects of treatment/, reconditioning, and prevention as set forth by the NATA Board of Certification. Candidate must exercise independent judgment to plan, prioritize, and organize the workload required to complete the work assigned. Candidate will recommend changes in office practices and procedures as necessitated by business needs Several positions available in high school, community college and industrial settings.

Requirements

One year as a certified athletic trainer, setting preferred at a high school or college level.
Entry level graduates with a NATABOC certification will be considered and encouraged to apply.
Bachelor’s Degree in athletic training or related field.
In process and/or eligible for becoming licensed in Washington State.
Certified by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification (NATABOC)
Demonstrate effective oral and written communications skills, organizational skills, and interpersonal skills.
The ability to work with electronic medical record keeping systems and other computer databases. (i.e: Sportsware).
Ability to work under pressure, has time management skills, and can multitask.
Demonstrate they are an active, collaborative team member.
Ability to work weekends, nights, and nontraditional work hours.
Fully vaccinated against COVID-19

Nice To Haves

Some locations prefer additional certifications (i.e: CSCS)

Responsibilities

Demonstrate proper taping, strapping, bracing and fitting of support or athletic equipment.
Perform prevention assessment.
Perform treatment and reconditioning.
Perform early evaluation, triage, CPR/First Aid and AED services.
Will attend related events as deemed necessary by the Clinic Manager and/or Performance Manager.
Carry out all prescribed treatments and recommendations from the patient’s physician.
Provide referrals to specific physicians and other IRG and allied health professionals including, but not limited to: physical therapy, sports nutrition, sports performance, and massage therapy,
Assist with staff and physician liaisons, including the development and implementation of policies in relation to the care of our student athletes.
Compile injury and treatment statistics for program for assigned sports in database.
Work in conjunction with the strength and conditioning, nutrition, wellness, physical therapy, and team physicians to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition, preventative programs and conditioning programs customized to meet individual needs where applicable.
Maintain HIPAA compliance at contracted sites.
Maintain Athletic Training Certification and State Licensure by attending educational courses, seminars, home study courses approved by the National Athletic Training Association.
Act as an IRG Brand Ambassador in all community related events