Athletic Trainer

Athletic Trainer at Intermountain Health summary:

The Athletic Trainer provides evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal and sports-related injuries under the supervision of a Sports Medicine Physician. Responsibilities include developing exercise programs, educating patients on their health needs, and coordinating care with other providers. The position requires a current athletic training license, relevant certifications, and experience in patient care and rehabilitation.

Job Description:

Under the direction of a Sports Medicine Physician, the Athletic Trainer will assist in evaluation and treatment of all musculoskeletal injuries and sports related injuries.

Posting Specifics

• FTE: Full-time/Non-Exempt
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Shift Schedule: 40 hrs/week – Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from approximately 8a - 6p and Saturdays 9a -1p  
• Location/Department: McKay-Dee Surgical Center

Job Essentials

• Assesses patients to determine modifications of therapy and treatment needs in consultation with physician or physical therapist.
• Develops exercise programs that appropriately addresses patient's short and long term goals.
• Demonstrate and help patients execute prescribed therapeutic exercises per physician protocols or physical therapist directions.
• Monitors patient's response to treatment.
• Educates patients regarding exercise program, health needs, and risks.
• Coordinates care with other patient care providers as appropriate.
• Completes appropriate documentation including reports, treatments, intake forms, message logs etc.
• Cleans, maintains, and inspects exercise equipment. Reports repair and maintenance needs.
• Actively engages in marketing and community educational programs.
• Provides Certified Athletic Trainer services as assigned: Work closely with physician to facilitate post-operative care and injury treatment/rehabilitation.
• Educate patients on injuries, diagnosis and post-operative care and attend to patient questions/messages for physician.
• Perform the following duties for patients:  Casting, Splinting, Brace fitting, Wound care and bandaging, Taking vitals, drawing up medications, perform testing for illnesses such as flu, strep etc.
• Assist with procedures and concussion treatments.
• File paperwork correctly and obtain prior authorizations on certain procedures and surgery.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current license as an Athletic Trainer in state of practice.
• National athletic trainer certification.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers.
• Experience in a variety of computer programs including data bases, word processing, and internet.

Preferred Qualifications

• Related working experience.
• Medical imaging experience as a Radiologic Tech Periradicular Therapy

Physical Requirements:

Carrying, crawling, hearing/listening, lifting, manual dexterity, pulling/pushing, seeing, sitting, speaking, squatting/kneeling, standing, and walking.

Location:

McKay-Dee Surgical Center

Work City:

Ogden

Work State:

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

$25.58 - $39.49

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers, and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

All positions subject to close without notice.

Keywords:

Athletic Trainer, Sports Medicine, Injury Rehabilitation, Exercise Programs, Patient Education, Certified Athletic Trainer, Musculoskeletal Injuries, Patient Care, Therapeutic Exercises, Health Services

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