Certified Athletic Trainer (4507) SPORTS MEDICINE

Lexington Clinic • Lexington, KY

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About The Position

The staff certified athletic trainer provides athletic training services to contracted educational institutions, sponsored or contracted events, and sponsored or contracted organizations. The trainer exercises control and discretion over the evaluation, treatment, and disposition of injured athletes; supports athletic injury prevention and management; maintains records; and provides on-site coverage consistent with contract terms.

Additional duties may include assisting Lexington Clinic’s orthopedic and physical therapy practices; organizing and participating in Sports Medicine Center programs; contributing to professional and public educational programming, departmental research, marketing, and public speaking; and performing other duties assigned by the supervisor. The degree of involvement in these programs and functions may vary among individuals. Attendance is an essential function of the job.

Requirements

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Certification by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification.
• Certification, or eligibility for certification, by the Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure.
• CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, physicians, staff, patients, athletes, coaches, administrators, parents, and others.
• Ability to move, traverse, position oneself, remain stationary, and negotiate steps for up to eight hours per day.
• Ability to lift, move, and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely assist injured patients and athletes.
• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of athletic training experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, treat, and determine the disposition of injured athletes.
• Support athletic injury prevention and management.
• Maintain records related to athletic training services.
• Provide on-site coverage consistent with contract terms.
• Assist the Lexington Clinic Orthopedic practice and Physical Therapy practice.
• Organize and participate in Sports Medicine Center programs.
• Contribute to professional and public educational programming, departmental research, marketing, and public speaking.
• Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time