Clinical Athletic Trainer

Sanford Health • Bismarck, ND

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. This position is responsible for evaluating and monitoring clinic patients as an athletic trainer within an orthopedic patient focus. The Clinical Athletic Trainer will participate in the implementation of patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician when applicable. The role involves evaluating injuries, physical conditions, and needs, then recommending a scientific care plan that includes schedule, treatment programs, and related education based on the patient's capabilities and limitations. The Clinical Athletic Trainer ensures the health, comfort, and safety of patients, documents and interprets information from various sources, and utilizes appropriate testing/evaluation techniques to assess injuries. They contribute to patient assessment, administer treatments like casting, splinting, and bracing, and educate patients on proper fit and use. The role also involves observing patients, documenting and reporting changes in condition, counseling patients and families on prevention and treatment, explaining safety rules for activities and equipment, and implementing and monitoring rehabilitation regimens. The individual must demonstrate competency and practice within the full scope of their certification expertise and knowledge, utilizing age and population-specific standards.

Requirements

• Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.
• Must be certified as an Athletic Trainer by the Board of Certification.
• Must be licensed and/or registered in state(s) of practice and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges as required by position.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Ensures the health, comfort and safety of patients.
• Documents and interprets appropriate information gathered from a variety of sources, including the medical record, physician, and family.
• Utilize appropriate testing/evaluation techniques to assess injuries.
• Contributes to the assessment of patients and administers treatments as ordered which may include, casting, splinting, bracing and provide education to patient on proper fit and use.
• Observe patients, document and report changes in patient condition, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment, and take any necessary action.
• Counsels patients and family members on prevention and treatment plans as directed.
• Explains and updates safety rules governing daily training, recreational activities, and the use of professional exercise equipment as needed for patient care.
• Implements and monitors any patient treatment regimen for rehabilitation and reconditioning according to diagnosis and real-time condition.
• Demonstrates competency and practices within the full scope of certification expertise/knowledge and utilizes appropriate age and population specific standards as designated in their assigned clinical setting.

What This Job Offers

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