Athletic Trainer

Job Description Step into a dynamic role that blends clinical expertise with outdoor adventure. As an Athletic Trainer, you'll deliver hands‑on care in our Orthopedic Clinic while providing top‑tier sports medicine coverage at community events, and offer support coverage at Caprock Academy and other contracted schools in Grand Junction, Colorado. New Grads New grads are encouraged to apply and make an impact from day one. Excellent opportunity to grow your clinical skills and experience. Job Specifics Primarily supports the RAPID Walk‑In Orthopedic Clinic 3 days per week. Schedule consists of three 12‑hour shifts each week. Located in beautiful Grand Junction, with access to world‑class hiking, biking, and skiing. Join a collaborative and supportive team with strong mentorship and ongoing training. Enjoy excellent team retention and a positive work culture. Fun team events and perks, including holiday parties. Essential Functions Practices as physician extender under a directing physician in accordance with state practice act. Assesses patients to determine modifications of therapy and treatment needs in consultation with physician or other clinicians. Develops rehabilitation programs that appropriately address patient's short and long‑term goals. Demonstrates and helps patients execute prescribed therapeutic exercises per physician protocols. Monitors patient's response to treatment. Educates patients regarding rehabilitation programs, health needs, injuries, diagnosis, prognosis 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 all necessary equipment (room, ultrasound machine, ECG, PRP, exercise). Reports repair and maintenance needs. Actively engages in marketing and community educational programs. Attends to patient questions/messages for physician. Performs duties for patients: casting, splinting, brace fitting, wound care and bandaging, taking vitals, drawing up medications, performing testing for illnesses such as flu, strep, etc. Assists with procedures and concussion treatments. Files paperwork correctly and assists with obtaining prior authorizations when needed for procedures, imaging, or medications. Assists outreach ATCs as needed when proper documentation of supervising/directing physician for the Intermountain system is in place. Skills Postoperative Care Injury Treatment Communication Rehabilitation Patient Care Therapy Documentation Consulting Assist with Procedures Sports Medicine Minimum Qualifications Current license as an Athletic Trainer in the state of practice. National athletic trainer certification. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers. Experience in a variety of computer programs including databases, word processing, and internet. Preferred Qualifications Related working experience. Physical Requirements Ongoing need to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors requiring verbal communication as well as hearing and understanding spoken information in emergencies. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy, including frequent computer use and typing. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment of varying weights, up to heavy items. Required to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. Includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, possibly navigating crowded rooms. May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time. For roles requiring driving: expected to drive a vehicle requiring sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles. Location Rocky Mountain Orthopedics – Grand Junction, Colorado Weekly Hours & Compensation 36 hours per week. Hourly rate: $26.74 – $41.28, dependent upon experience. Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, mental health support and wellness programs, and paid time off. Equal Opportunity Employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr