Clinical Athletic Trainer, Orthopedics, FT

Prisma Health•Columbia, SC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists with the management of patient/athlete visits within the clinic performing a range of clinical responsibilities in support of the physicians. Participates in community outreach and conducts presentations on a variety of Athletic Training Topics. Supervises Student Athletic Trainers and/or Intern Athletic Trainers and mentors new staff members.

Requirements

Masters Degree - Exercise Physiology, Athletic Training or Physical Education w/ Athletic Training emphasis
0 years of experience
ATHLETIC TRAINER SC LICENSE
ATHLETIC TRAINER - NATABOC (National Athletic Trainer's Association)
CPR Certification
Requires a high level of physical activity and endurance as constant movement and frequent heavy lifting are required

Nice To Haves

Candidates hired prior to July 1, 2022 may qualify with a Bachelors Degree and 0 years of experience.
Any candidates hired between July 1, 2022 and June 30, 2023 may qualify with a Bachelors degree and 1 year of applicable experience.
After July 1, 2023 candidates may qualify with a Bachelors Degree and 2 years of applicable experience, if a Masters Degree has not been obtained.

Responsibilities

Interacts regularly with patients and others involved in the patient/athlete's care to incorporate an interdisciplinary treatment approach for coordinated quality care.
Obtains initial patient history, vital signs, and/or follow up status and presents to physician in preparation for their exam of patient/athlete.
Requests and organizes ancillary studies (X-rays, MRI, CT scans, lab work, etc.) and presents them for physician review.
Prepares patient for physician arrival, injection, or other office procedure specific to each physician preference.
Performs post-operative dressing changes, staple or suture removal as directed by physician.
Instructs patient on post-operative or post-injury wound care or dressing care.
Performs knee ligament laxity or other joint tests or measurements upon direction of the physician.
Organizes and disburses patient lab work or other office tests as directed.
Applies and removes casts, splints, etc. as directed by physician.
Instructs patient on proper care of casts, splints, etc.
Provides patient instruction upon discharge for physical therapy, further studies, follow up appointments and direction for patients as they leave the clinic.
Teaches, counsels and communicates with patients, athletes, their families, coaches and others to achieve the desired outcomes.
Interacts with patients, athletes, coaches, families and colleagues to enlist their informed cooperation in establishing programs to ensure the safe return to play of that athlete or activity of the patient.
Supports and provides educational material to athletes, coaches, parents, community at large on injury management and prevention.
Participates in follow-up care once the patient/athlete is ready to return to play or their desired activity.
Provides information regarding follow-up services which may include a referral to other Prisma Health/community resources (such as MD).
Complies with departmental policies for documentation.
Responsible for taking office notes when directed by physicians.
Responsible for organization and disbursement of incoming medical records, reports, etc. as they arrive at the clinic.
Reports patients/athletes sent to MD, follow-up services ordered and where the service was performed, MRI, etc.
Volunteers for community events.
Coordinates and presents at local/state/regional level on Athletic Training Topics.
Supports and provides educational material to athletes, coaches, parents, community at large on injury management and prevention.
Coordinates/arranges sessions with local EMT/Emergency Services for coordination of care for injured athlete.
Coordinates with other school personnel and parents/guardians to get HIPPA Consent and Consent to Treat signed and back in a timely manner.
Calls MD, medical assistants, parents, coaches, Coordinator of Sports Medicine, Radiology, etc. to ensure ambulatory services are performed through Prisma Health as much as possible.
Provides supervision and delegates tasks to Student Athletic Trainers and/or Intern Athletic Trainer.
Mentors new staff members and serves as a consultant for new staff, as needed.
Responsible for basic daily and weekly maintenance, general cleanliness, and upkeep of stock in rooms.
Responsible for preparation of exam rooms for patient visits and emptying and disposal of biohazard waste and sharps containers as directed.
Assists with care and maintenance of departmental equipment and supplies, as needed.