Provide athletic training services for local high schools, including injury assessment, first aid, and management of athletic injuries. Collaborate with a care team of physicians and therapists to develop treatment plans and return athletes to sport safely.
We are looking for someone to join our Outreach AT team!
Provides athletic training functions for local area high school(s) that include athletic practices and/or games as necessary by school(s); evaluates/assesses athletic injuries; administers first aid; provides initial injury management; instructs athletes in injury management and precautions.
Maintains written documentation of all injuries and treatments; maintains communications with physician, physical therapist, occupational therapist, coaches, and parents; recommends purchase of supplies; manages and supervises student trainer program.
Runs reports on injuries, treatments, and volumes, providing any necessary changes or corrections to the Lead Athletic Trainer on time; works with the Lead Athletic Trainer in analyzing treatment and injury data to develop injury prevention or performance improvement programs; educates coaches/athletes regarding health maintenance and injury prevention.
Works with the care team including the team physician as well as physical and occupational therapists, to evaluate, develop a plan of care, treat and return the athlete to sport as quickly but as safely as possible. The Athletic trainer will also have the opportunity to work under direction of Physical Therapist to administer outpatient physical therapy treatment techniques (e.g., exercise, moist heat, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, etc.) to restore body functions, relieve pain, and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of body part; instructs patients in care and use of braces, canes, or crutches in the clinic.
• Bachelor or Master Degree in Athletic Training from an accredited program of study.
We look forward to seeing your application!
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