Clinical Athletic Trainer - Sports Medicine

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center : Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization: VO Belle Meade Job Summary: JOB SUMMARY Delivers care under the direction of a physician and functions as an integral member of the Orthopaedic Clinic patient care team. The trainer works closely with the supervising physician by assisting in maintaining clinic flow, patient education, and assisting with office procedures. The athletic trainer is also responsible for carrying out other clinic duties and clerical responsibilities as detailed below, supporting clinic operations and delivering high-quality, safe, patient-centered care in collaboration with a supervising physician and the clinical care team. . Athletic Trainer – Sports Medicine Full-Time | Monday–Friday Business Hours Vanderbilt Orthopaedics Nashville West 6606 Charlotte Pike, Suite 104, Nashville, TN 37209 Join a Collaborative Sports Medicine Team Focused on Excellence in Patient Care! We are seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) to join our dynamic Sports Medicine team at our Nashville West location. This role plays a critical part in supporting Sports Medicine physicians by ensuring efficient patient flow, delivering high-quality clinical care, and providing exceptional patient education. If you’re passionate about orthopedics, concussion management, and hands-on patient care in an outpatient setting, this is an outstanding opportunity. Why You’ll Love This Role Consistent schedule – Monday through Friday business hours Team-oriented environment supporting Sports Medicine providers Varied, hands-on clinical work including casting, splinting, DME, and concussion protocols Opportunity to work closely with physicians and grow within a respected Sports Medicine practice

Requirements

Board of Certification (BOC) Certified Athletic Trainer
Current Tennessee Athletic Trainer License (or eligible)
Relevant Work Experience Experience Level : 1 year
Bachelor's

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 2 years of Athletic Trainer experience, preferably in Sports Medicine, Orthopedics, or outpatient clinical settings
Experience with casting, splinting, concussion management, and DME strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Educating patients on injury prevention, risks associated with sports participation, and activity modification using effective communication strategies
Performing assessments of injury, illness, or conditions and sharing findings with the supervising physician in accordance with accepted clinical protocols
Administering therapeutic, conditioning, and rehabilitation exercises to promote recovery, function, and performance
Educating patients on treatment plans, rehabilitation programs, and reconditioning strategies to support safe return to activity
Completing patient intake, documentation, and clinical preparation prior to physician evaluations
Assisting physicians with procedures such as joint aspirations/injections, wound care, and home exercise instruction as directed
Managing concussion protocols and ensuring compliance with established guidelines
Performing cast and splint application and removal, as well as DME fittings and instruction
Supporting efficient patient throughput and clinic flow
Performing additional duties within the athletic training scope of practice as directed by the physician
Educate the patients about risks associated with participation and specific activities using effective communication techniques to minimize the risk of injury and illness.
Performs assessment of patient’s injury, illness, or condition, performs appropriate evaluation in accordance with accepted procedures and shares assessment findings with the supervising physician.
Administers therapeutic and conditioning exercise(s) using standard techniques and procedures to facilitate recovery, function and/or performance.
Educate patients in the treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning of injuries, illness, and/or conditions using applicable methods and materials to facilitate recovery, function, and/or performance.
Perform patient intake including, where appropriate, obtaining/documenting the following prior to the physician’s examination.
Provide assistance to the physician, per the physician’s directions, with joint aspirations/injections, wound care, and home exercise instruction.
Perform durable medical equipment (DME) fittings and application and cast removal and application.
Perform other specified tasks within the athletic training scope of practice as directed by the physician.