Licensed Athletic Trainer (Full Time, Days) Sign-On Bonus!

Nicklaus Children's Hospital•Miami, FL

12h

About The Position

The Licensed Athletic Trainer plays an essential role in the sports health program by assisting physicians in orthopaedic clinics, providing game and event coverage, and supporting injury prevention. The position reports to the leader of the Ortho Sports Health program. The role includes helping develop, implement, and modify strength and conditioning programs under the direction of the sports medicine program leader, as well as providing age-appropriate care to patients from newborn to 21 years of age. The athletic trainer assesses and treats athletes on the field, supports injury prevention through taping, bracing, and preventive exercises, and communicates with families, coaches, administrators, physicians, and the sports medicine team. The position also includes documenting care, coordinating follow-up and referrals, assisting with community outreach, following safety and infection-control procedures, and safely removing and applying basic fiberglass casts without manipulation. The job posting notes that a sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or a related field.
Current Florida state licensure as an Athletic Trainer, maintained active and in good standing throughout employment.
American Heart Association BLS certification, maintained active and in good standing throughout employment.
Level II background check.
Ability to read, comprehend, and assist with implementing injury-prevention and return-to-sport programs.
Ability to develop and modify strength and conditioning programs to meet individual needs.
Ability to provide proper instructions and cues to patients during programs.
Ability to carry out detailed written and oral instructions.
Ability to educate and communicate effectively with participants in small-group settings.
Ability to apply current evidence-based and best-practice techniques to athlete care.
Ability to solve problems efficiently and effectively.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Nice To Haves

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.
Certification by the National Athletic Trainer’s Association (NATABOC).

Responsibilities

Use appropriate verbal and tactile cues to modify technique and reduce injury risk during strength and conditioning programs.
Collaborate on and assist with developing, implementing, and modifying strength training and conditioning programs under the direction of the sports medicine program leader.
Deliver competent, age-appropriate care to patients from newborn to 21 years of age.
Integrate infection control, patient safety, body mechanics, and growth-and-development knowledge into patient care.
Immediately report mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, injuries or accidents involving employees, patients, or visitors, and other safety issues to a supervisor.
Provide on-field assessment and care, and prevent injuries through taping, bracing, and preventive exercises.
Communicate with parents or guardians, coaches, and administrators regarding athletes.
Complete daily documentation, identify needs for ancillary services, and provide follow-up and referrals as needed.
Assist Sports Medicine staff with marketing and presenting services to the community.
Follow safety techniques and system and departmental policies and procedures.
Provide excellent service to coworkers, patients, visitors, physicians, volunteers, and other customers.
Communicate effectively with physicians and members of the sports medicine team.
Remove fiberglass casts safely, clean the appendage after cast removal, and dispose of soiled materials properly.
Apply basic short- and long-arm and short- and long-leg fiberglass casts without manipulation; ensure patient comfort and safety and provide cast-care education and clear home instructions.
Set up and clean up programs.