Athletic Trainer - Casual

Everything we do is underscored by a why - and that why is one another.

Location:
Altru Clinic | Devils Lake1001 7th St. NEDevils Lake, ND 58301

Pay Range: $24.02 - $36.03

Summary:
What we offer:
• Educational Sponsorship Available

This position is located in Devils Lake. It is a Casual position.


The Athletic Trainer may work in many different setting including coordinating and providing patient care in the physicians practice, which may include first assistant in surgery. The Athletic Trainer coordinates the administration of athletic training services at assigned school, venue or events. This position works cooperatively and is actively engaged in the teaching of fellows, residents, athletic trainers, and other student.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assists with patient education involving the whole patient care and treatment plan according to validated skill level.
• Performs and functions as a first assistant by demonstrating appropriate skill level of procedures under the supervision of the Orthopedic Physician.
• Assists student athletes with physician referral and works with providers to return the athlete to play safely. Provides concussion management services utilizing IMPACT testing.
• Performs on-site injury assessment and treatment including first aid and Basic Life Support (BLS). Performs injury prevention services through identification of predisposing conditions and utilization of protective taping and bracing.
• Applies and removes all types of casts, appropriate dressings, splints, traction and other orthopedic appliances and equipment.
• Coordinates the administration of the athletic training program at assigned schools, including site visits, event coverage and sports related education and training.
• Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Certification:

• Athletic Trainer | North Dakota Board of Athletic Training | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• Athletic Trainer | Minnesota Board of Medical Practice | Within 6 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• Driver's License with Acceptable Driving Record | Drivers License - Current State Licensed | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 days of Start Date | Learning Management System

Notes:

• In order to function as an Athletic Trainer in the Operating Room, each individual must complete the competency assessment and be credentialed through Altru Health System's credentialing process

Language Requirements:

This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.


Physical Demands :
• Sit: Occasionally (5-33%)

• Stand: Frequently (34-66%)

• Walk: Frequently (34-66%)

• Stoop/Bend: Frequently (34-66%)

• Reach: Frequently (34-66%)

• Crawl: Rarely (1-4%)

• Squat/Crouch/Kneel: Occasionally (5-33%)

• Twist: Occasionally (5-33%)

• Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%)

• See: Continuously (67-100%)

• Hear: Continuously (67-100%)

Weight Demands:
• Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Medium (20-40 pounds)

• Carry: Medium (20-40 pounds)

• Push/Pull: Medium (20-40 pounds)

• Slide/Transfer: Medium (20-40 pounds)

Working Conditions:
• Indoor: Continuously (67-100%)

• Outdoor: Occasionally (5-33%)

• Extreme Temperature: Not Applicable

Driving Requirement Definitions:

• Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
• Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
• Occasional Drivers : Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
• Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.

Driving Requirement for this position:
Frequent Driver

Reference ID: R6483

Making a real difference. For one another.

To take the best care of our patients and community - including friends, family, and neighbors - we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another.


At Altru, you'll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You'll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart.

Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO)