Clinic Athletic Trainer

Memorial Health • Urbana, OH

20h

About The Position

We are looking for someone to join our Speech and Pediatric Team as an AT! What You'll Do: Works under direction of Physical Therapist to administer outpatient and inpatient physical therapy treatment techniques (e.g., exercise, moist heat, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, gait training, etc.) to restore body functions, relieve pain, and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of body part; instructs patients in care and use of braces, canes, crutches, or prosthetic devices; records pertinent information in medical record with co-signature by supervising Physical Therapist; actively communicates pertinent patient information to supervising Physical Therapist. Obtains equipment and supplies and prepares them for use by patients (e.g., hydrotherapy tanks, hydrocollator packs, paraffin baths, etc.); prepares and maintains treatment areas (e.g., changes linens on plinths; cleans equipment, storage shelves, tables after use, etc.); maintains level of supplies required for patient use according to department standards; transports patients, records, equipment, or supplies to and from department as directed; assists therapists with brace/crutch/walker fittings and adjustments. Cleans and maintains department equipment according to cleaning and maintenance schedule; performs quality assurance/ safety checks on equipment (e.g., checking and recording hydrocollator and paraffin bath temperatures) according to department policies and procedures, keeping consistent, accurate record. Performs various clerical duties to assist department secretary. Provides athletic training functions for local area high school(s) that include athletic practices and/or games as necessary by school(s); evaluates/assesses athletic injuries; administers first aid; provides initial injury management; instructs athlete in injury management and precautions; follows up with physician for additional care; uses modalities for injury management (e.g., heat, cold, stretching, therapeutic exercise, taping, bracing, etc.); maintains written documentation of all injuries and treatments; provides injury referral reports to Director of PT & Sports Medicine; maintains communications with physician, physical therapist, coaches, and parents; educates coaches/athletes regarding health maintenance and injury prevention; designs and implements strength and conditioning programs; recommends purchase of supplies; manages and supervises student trainer program. Assists or conducts athletic performance training sessions, including running form, strength training, sport specific skills and more; assists with customer service initiatives through front desk involvement and regular community outreach; assists the Coordinator in the development of all performance programming; communicates with clients, prospects, coaches, and parents; executes customer transactions, registrations and payments; responds to comments and complaints; assist in marketing, special events, etc. Assists with completion of special projects as required and/or assigned. Why Join Us: Supportive work environment that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. 11 paid holidays Vacation and Sick Time OPERS (Ohio Public Employee Retirement System, you contribute 10% we contribute 14%) Free membership to our employee wellness center. Chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and families in our community Tuition Reimbursement Kidzlink Discounted Daycare Employee Recognition Free Parking Community/Family Atmosphere Marysville is: Approx. 25 minutes away from Dublin, OH Approx. 30 minutes away from Hillard, OH Approx. 30 minutes away from Delaware, OH Approx. 35 minutes away from Powell, OH What You'll Bring/Requirements: Bachelor or Master Degree in Athletic Training from an accredited program of study. We look forward to seeing your application! It is our commitment to inclusivity and diversity and our ongoing determination to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for all staff and guests of the Hospital, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender expression or gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status. For any questions or needed accommodations, please contact Memorial Health Human Resources at 937.578.2701.

Requirements

• Bachelor or Master Degree in Athletic Training from an accredited program of study

Responsibilities

• Works under direction of Physical Therapist to administer outpatient and inpatient physical therapy treatment techniques (e.g., exercise, moist heat, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, gait training, etc.) to restore body functions, relieve pain, and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of body part
• Instructs patients in care and use of braces, canes, crutches, or prosthetic devices
• Records pertinent information in medical record with co-signature by supervising Physical Therapist
• Actively communicates pertinent patient information to supervising Physical Therapist
• Obtains equipment and supplies and prepares them for use by patients (e.g., hydrotherapy tanks, hydrocollator packs, paraffin baths, etc.)
• Prepares and maintains treatment areas (e.g., changes linens on plinths; cleans equipment, storage shelves, tables after use, etc.)
• Maintains level of supplies required for patient use according to department standards
• Transports patients, records, equipment, or supplies to and from department as directed
• Assists therapists with brace/crutch/walker fittings and adjustments
• Cleans and maintains department equipment according to cleaning and maintenance schedule
• Performs quality assurance/ safety checks on equipment (e.g., checking and recording hydrocollator and paraffin bath temperatures) according to department policies and procedures, keeping consistent, accurate record
• Performs various clerical duties to assist department secretary
• Provides athletic training functions for local area high school(s) that include athletic practices and/or games as necessary by school(s)
• Evaluates/assesses athletic injuries
• Administers first aid
• Provides initial injury management
• Instructs athlete in injury management and precautions
• Follows up with physician for additional care
• Uses modalities for injury management (e.g., heat, cold, stretching, therapeutic exercise, taping, bracing, etc.)
• Maintains written documentation of all injuries and treatments
• Provides injury referral reports to Director of PT & Sports Medicine
• Maintains communications with physician, physical therapist, coaches, and parents
• Educates coaches/athletes regarding health maintenance and injury prevention
• Designs and implements strength and conditioning programs
• Recommends purchase of supplies
• Manages and supervises student trainer program
• Assists or conducts athletic performance training sessions, including running form, strength training, sport specific skills and more
• Assists with customer service initiatives through front desk involvement and regular community outreach
• Assists the Coordinator in the development of all performance programming
• Communicates with clients, prospects, coaches, and parents
• Executes customer transactions, registrations and payments
• Responds to comments and complaints
• Assist in marketing, special events, etc
• Assists with completion of special projects as required and/or assigned

Benefits

• Supportive work environment that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth
• 11 paid holidays
• Vacation and Sick Time
• OPERS (Ohio Public Employee Retirement System, you contribute 10% we contribute 14%)
• Free membership to our employee wellness center
• Chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and families in our community
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Kidzlink Discounted Daycare
• Employee Recognition
• Free Parking
• Community/Family Atmosphere

What This Job Offers

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