Clinical Athletic Trainer F/T, Days

Prisma Health•Easley, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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

Requirements

SC LLR Licensure as an Athletic Trainer is required for team members working in South Carolina.
National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATABOC).
Requires a high level of physical activity and endurance as constant movement and frequent heavy lifting.

Nice To Haves

Supervises Student Athletic Trainers and/or Intern Athletic Trainers.
Mentors new staff members.

Responsibilities

Manages patient visits within the clinic, supporting physicians.
Interacts with patients and their care teams for coordinated care.
Obtains patient history, vital signs, and follow-up status for physician review.
Requests and organizes ancillary studies (X-rays, MRI, CT scans, lab work, etc.).
Prepares patients for physician examinations, injections, or other procedures.
Performs post-operative dressing changes, staple or suture removal as directed.
Instructs patients on post-operative or post-injury wound care and dressing care.
Performs joint tests or measurements upon physician direction.
Organizes and disburses patient lab work or other office tests.
Applies and removes casts and splints as directed by a physician.
Instructs patients on the proper care of casts and splints.
Provides discharge instructions for physical therapy, further studies, and follow-up appointments.
Teaches, counsels, and communicates with patients, athletes, families, and coaches.
Supports and provides educational material on injury management and prevention.
Participates in follow-up care for return to play or desired activity.
Provides information regarding follow-up services and referrals.
Complies with departmental policies for documentation.
Takes office notes as directed by physicians.
Organizes and disburses incoming medical records and reports.
Reports patients/athletes sent to MD, follow-up services ordered, and locations.
Volunteers for community events.
Coordinates and presents at local/state/regional levels on Athletic Training Topics.
Coordinates and presents at local/state/regional levels on Athletic Training Topics.
Coordinates/arranges sessions with local EMT/Emergency Services for coordination of care.
Coordinates with school personnel and parents/guardians for HIPAA Consent and Consent to Treat.
Communicates with physicians, medical assistants, parents, coaches, and the Coordinator of Sports Medicine to ensure services are performed through Prisma Health.
Provides oversight and delegates tasks to Student Athletic Trainers and/or Intern Athletic Trainers.
Mentors new staff members and serves as a consultant.
Maintains daily and weekly maintenance, cleanliness, and stock in rooms.
Prepares exam rooms for patient visits and disposes of biohazard waste and sharps containers.
Assists with care and maintenance of departmental equipment and supplies.
Performs other duties as assigned.