PRN Athletic Trainer

The University of Kansas Health System • Lawrence, KS

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About The Position

The Athletic Trainer is responsible for providing “Athletic Training Services” to student-athletes under the direction of the team physician or by written referral from a physician, and in accordance with the Kansas State Athletic Training Act. The Athletic Trainer must be able to work alone, but within a medical team. The Athletic Trainer is part of an actively engaged healing team committed to providing the highest medical care for the injured student-athletes. This position provides first aid services, injury evaluation, injury treatment, rehabilitation and makes appropriate physician referrals. The Athletic Trainer must make accurate calls for student-athletes to return to play following appropriate medical recommendations.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited 4-year program
• High School Graduate
• Certified Athletic Trainer - Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC ATC)
• CPR/ AED/ BLS - Other BLS
• Athletic training or sports medicine emphasis

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care of athletic injuries during practice, games and scrimmages.
• Refer needed treatment to the appropriate facilities.
• Document accurate records of injuries/treatment provided in a timely manner via electric injury tracking system and to participate in data collection/research for improving clinical outcomes at the unit, department and hospital levels within the Youth Sports Medicine Program.
• Coordinates pre-participation exams and maintains an accurate list of athletes medical eligible to compete under district and state rules and regulations.
• Provides community education in the area of sports medicine including development of a student Athletic Training program.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• Other duties may be assigned as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time