Athletic Trainer

2 weeks ago

Florence, United States JAG Physical Therapy Full time
Athletic Trainer at JAG Physical Therapy summary:

The Athletic Trainer provides essential services in athletic training and administration for JAG PT outreach contracts. Responsibilities include establishing athletic training programs, providing first aid and rehabilitation, and maintaining documentation in accordance with professional standards. The role requires collaboration with sports teams and healthcare professionals to ensure a safe environment and effective care for athletes.

Job Summary:

Provide athletic trainer services and applicable administrative tasks to persons and organizations affiliated with JAG PT outreach athletic training contracts.

Essential Functions:

The athletic trainer will practice said profession within the parameters of their state of practice athletic trainer license bylaws and will follow both the Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics as set forth by the National Athletic Trainers Association and Board of Certification. These duties, set forth below, are based on the needs of the contracted organization and JAG PT Athletic Training Services and should not be considered all-inclusive. The Athletic Training Leadership team, as necessary, shall modify the duties.
  • Establish and maintain an effective athletic training program for the contracted JAG PT organization This includes a functional athletic training room with an updated, site-specific policies and procedures manual
  • Provide athletic trainer services for athletic events and competition
  • Provide first aid and injury assessment/treatment/rehabilitation/reconditioning for the athletes affiliated with contracted organization
  • Documentation of injury, illness, treatment, rehabilitation, etc. in adherence with the JAG PT policy and state of licensure professional practice standards
  • Create a safe playing environment by monitoring and controlling environmental risks
  • Provide in-services and educational programs to local schools, coaches, athletes, and communities on health & fitness related topics
  • Act as the workers compensation case manager for any professional contracted team both in and out of season, submitting all insurance information, facilitating appropriate referrals, tracking compensation claims & reporting back to the professional organization within HIPPA/FERPA guidelines in the event of an accident.
  • Utilizes effective communication skills to involve athlete, family, and others as necessary and appropriate in plan of care (within HIPPA/FERPA guidelines)
  • Responsible for collaborating with other JAG PT professionals in programs such as Physical Therapy and physician-related services
  • Regularly communicate with the supervising physician pertaining to standard operating procedures, developed in agreement with the supervising physician and covering AT, which the AT follows when not directly supervised by the physician
  • When not at assigned outreach location, the AT will assist with departmental administrative duties and day-to-day operations of their facility
  • Collaborate with the physical therapy service team in clinics to assist with daily operations
  • Collaborate with marketing & promotional initiatives, and contribute to departmental improvement & growth projects
  • Utilize clinical critical thinking and demonstrate ability to translate plans into action keeping in mind both short- and long-term goals and outcomes
  • Oversee the ordering of athletic trainer supplies and equipment pertaining to the athletic training department and maintain an up to date inventory
  • Other duties as assigned


Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Athletic Training (CAATE Approved program) and completion of the BOC certification
  • Maintain the BOC-required 50 CEU's per certification period (every two years)
  • Licensed in the state of practice as an Athletic Trainer
  • Department of Education (DOE) clearance (if working in secondary schools and applicable in state of practice)
  • Current BLS certification
  • Maintain Personal Liability Insurance
  • Flexibility and adaptability necessary to adjust to fluid situations is a must

Important Disclaimer Notice:

The above statements are only intended to represent the essential job functions and general nature of the work being performed and are not exhaustive of the tasks that an Employee may be required to perform. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require Employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or the work environment change. This job description is not a guarantee of employment.
Keywords:

athletic trainer, sports medicine, injury rehabilitation, athlete care, health and fitness, first aid, BLS certification, physical therapy, workers compensation, athletic training services

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