Athletic Trainer

This position provides medical and rehabilitative care to patients, utilizing preventative, rehabilitative, and emergency care techniques to assist patients in achieving optimal functioning.

The Athletic Trainer will perform initial evaluations, coordinate treatment plans, and monitor progress, referring patients as necessary to appropriate sources for care.

This position will comply with the policy and procedures of the department, organization, and JCAHO requirements.

• Perform initial evaluations of patients, including obtaining medical history and performing physical examinations
• Present information and confer with attending physicians to determine treatment plans
• Coordinate elements of treatment plans and monitor patient progress and adherence to treatment plans
• Ensure that equipment or therapies recommended are obtained or carried out in a reasonable time
• Provide routine medical care, such as minor dressing changes, suture or staple removal for post-operative patients
• Provide health education and health maintenance services
• Responsible for triage and referral to appropriate sources when primary care patients present with new symptoms
• Maintain adequate medical records on all injuries and rehabilitation procedures
• Assist with non-essential and non-clinical tasks to support the quality of care within the Department

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field
• Board of Certification (BOC) for Athletic Trainers or must be eligible
• Athletic Training license or must be eligible to become licensed within 6 months of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certified

Melrose/Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford are two campuses with one community in mind: the people of north suburban Boston.

Melrose/Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital are distinguished by the range of high-quality clinical care and services.

Our teams welcome everyone with hospitality and humanity.

We focus on reducing health disparities through 40+ local health programs across a system of hospitals, urgent care locations, outpatient services, and community physicians.

Core to our values, Melrose/Wakefield Hospital's commitment to community is demonstrated by our many local health programs throughout our service area and participation in partnerships with community agencies and events, and education programs in more than 10 communities to support the wellness and health of our residents.

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts.

Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine.

Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.