Certified Athletic Trainer (Collegiate)

Job Description

Summary MUSC Health is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer to work in a collegiate setting, with cross-coverage as needed at our other partner schools and/or community sporting events. The Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) reports to the assigned operational leader. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC003511 LAN - Outreach Sports Medicine (LMC) Pay Rate Type Salary Pay Grade Health-26 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift

Job Description

MUSC Health is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer to work in a collegiate setting, with cross-coverage as needed at our other partner schools and/or community sporting events. The Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) reports to the assigned operational leader. The primary responsibilities will be to evaluate, plan, direct, document, and administer programs of athletic training & rehabilitation. Conducts athlete intake assessments and maintains medical records for all athletes in our electronic medical record. Works closely with other disciplines and specialties within the health system to ensure highly coordinated care. Communicates with physicians' other clinical staff. As a MUSC Health brand ambassador, develops trust with coaching staffs, Athletic Directors, student athletes and parents through effective communication and coordinated high quality care. Works closely with the Sports Medicine Coordinator (ATC) to coordinate the athlete's schedule, treatment programs, and recommends solutions to athlete’s healthcare problems. Provides cross-coverage as needed across our division at our partner schools and/or community sporting events. May be required to work in a clinical setting (orthopedics or therapy services). Attends annual conferences and MUSC Health staff meetings. Performs clerical tasks such as assisting with budgets, restocking supplies and maintaining inventory. Other duties as assigned.

Education

• Certification by the
• National
• Athletic
• Trainers
• Association
• Experience:
• Prior
• Athletic
• Training experience is preferred
• Licenses/Certificates: College Degree of BS or BA Additional

Job Description

Graduate of an accredited college with a BS/BA. (Masters degree in Athletic Training preferred). Certification by the Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (BOC) and Licensure as an Athletic Trainer by the SCLLR Board of Medical Examiners. Must be able to adjust communication both verbal and non-verbal to interact appropriately and effectively with a wide variety of age groups including school age adolescents, adults and geriatrics. Weekend and evening hours to cover practices, games, tournaments, and special events. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: Thank you for wanting to be part of the Medical University of South Carolina team. Whether you want to teach the next generation of health care leaders, innovate new business models, discover the next breakthrough or provide patient care, there's a role for you that fuels your passion and takes advantage of your skills. There are career opportunities available in academics, research, hospital medicine, physician practices and support services, from patient billing to IT. As an applicant, you can search jobs for all MUSC entities as well as search by category and location. MUSC attracts more than $250 million annually in research funding, making it the biggest magnet for biomedical, extramural research dollars of all institutions of higher learning in South Carolina. The Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program aims to advance clinical and translational science to increase the speed at which new treatments become available to patients. MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise, operates a 750 bed medical center, which includes a nationally recognized Children’s Hospital, the Ashley River Tower (cardiovascular, digestive disease, and surgical oncology), Hollings Cancer Center (one of fewer than 70 elite National Cancer Institute designated centers), a Level I Trauma Center and the Institute of Psychiatry. In addition, there are more than 100 outreach clinics, hospital/health system affiliations, and telehealth sites. U.S. News & World Report placed us among the top one percent of all American hospitals, with 11 specialties in the top 50. The MUSC Medical Center is also one of only three Magnet® designated hospitals in South Carolina.