Outreach Athletic Trainer I

Northern Light Health•Bangor, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Athletic Trainer provides athletic training services to patients under the direction of the NL Sports Health Medical Director or by written referral from a provider, in accordance with Maine athletic training licensure laws. Coverage may be provided at high schools, middle schools, local colleges, and in surrounding communities for schools and organizations contracted with the NL Sports Health program. The role may also assist with daily operations of NL Sports Health and/or the Orthopedics department and provide coverage at other area events as assigned by the manager. The athletic trainer provides injury prevention, acute and emergency care, assessment, treatment, reconditioning, and rehabilitation in line with NATA Board of Certification standards and evidence-based practices. The work includes triaging and evaluating injuries and illnesses, establishing plans of care, selecting appropriate first aid or other interventions, coordinating care, educating patients and families, overseeing return to activity, planning discharge, and documenting care. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with variable hours. Work may include evenings and weekends, travel to assigned schools and events using a personal vehicle, and hours beyond the regular schedule. The position is based in the Orthopedic Clinic at 925 Union Street. The listed salary range is $46,384.00–$71,177.60, and the position is eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus, minus tax.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Board Certified Athletic Trainer credential.
Maine state licensure or eligibility for licensure.
BLS/CPR/AED certification.
1–5 years of experience as an athletic trainer (ATC).
At least 1 year of relative work experience.
Computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, data entry, and database experience.
Ability to travel to assigned schools and events using a personal vehicle.
Ability to meet the listed working conditions, including lifting, moving, and loading 30 to 50 pounds; prolonged standing and walking; reaching; and driving.

Nice To Haves

Experience and familiarity with athletic training in a secondary school setting.

Responsibilities

Provide first aid, acute, and emergency care, including wound care, internal organ trauma, acute fracture care, CPR, and spine and extremity immobilization.
Develop injury-prevention programs, including dynamic warmups and ACL injury prevention.
Create and provide preventative devices such as taping, splinting, and bracing.
Conduct in-depth, systematic assessments based on patients’ chief complaints.
Discuss assessment findings and measurable goals with patients, estimate recovery timelines, and document goals.
Plan and deliver treatment based on evaluation findings, addressing strength, neuromuscular control, joint mobility, soft tissue integrity, pain, balance, coordination, posture, cardiopulmonary function, endurance, gait, and functional abilities.
Use therapeutic modalities and manual techniques appropriately, with knowledge of their indications and contraindications.
Instruct patients and families in rehabilitation participation and provide updated written home programs as needed and at discharge.
Involve patients and families, as appropriate, in evaluation, treatment planning, and discharge.
Consult physicians, caregivers, and staff for clarification as needed.
Follow program and school concussion protocols, including ImPACT baseline testing and Return to Learn and Return to Play protocols in conjunction with the treating physician.
Carry out prescribed treatments and recommendations from team, program, or event physicians.
Liaise with physicians and specialists regarding injury diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plans.
Communicate with school districts about injuries or illnesses that may affect school participation.
Communicate with coaches about injury status, return to play, and practice modifications.
Communicate with parents about injury status, treatment plans, and return-to-competition ability.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including initial evaluations, progress notes, home programs, discharge summaries, and statistical reporting in the provided EMR system.
Seek referrals for appropriate diagnostic and follow-up procedures as necessary.
Provide medical coverage at home sanctioned athletic events, away football and playoff games at assigned schools, and other events as assigned.
Develop and maintain Emergency Action Plans for contracted sites.
Develop and maintain policies and procedures for athletic training rooms at contracted sites.
Provide input to site Athletic Directors on budgets for equipment and supplies needed for quality and safe student-athlete care.
Educate student-athletes, families, coaches, and school officials on relevant topics, including concussion care, injury management, care, and prevention.
Assist the Manager of NL Sports Health in evaluating program effectiveness and provide program updates in a timely manner.
Maintain certifications and licensure and stay current with evidence-based practices; obtain the required 50 BOC continuing education units every two years.
Travel to assigned schools and events using a personal vehicle.