Athletic Trainer - Certified

Job Summary The Athletic Trainer is a Certified and/or Licensed Athletic Trainer that is a member of the patient care team. They provide direct and indirect patient care under the direction of a physician or physical therapist. Additionally, they provide patient support as directed for a variety of activities in the clinic setting including patient intake at office visits, patient history and medication reconciliation, order entry, documentation, clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks. They may also provide patient support as directed in the outpatient rehab and industrial work settings, including representing the department at meetings with clients, administering employment screening/testing, and assisting in the clinic as needed. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Athletic Training. Minimum Years of Experience: None. Substitutable Education & Experience: None. Required Certifications/Licensure: Must currently hold and maintain an active Athletic Trainers Certification through the Athletic Trainers’ Board of Certification (BOC). Must also hold and maintain active licensure under the SC LLR Board of Medical Examiners as an Athletic Trainer in South Carolina. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (may be obtained within 90 days of hire). Required Training: None. Essential Functions Works in a cooperative manner consistent with LMC’s Service Expectations policy. Maintains a positive attitude and handles communication with physicians, patients, and other staff members with tact and responsibility for harmonious relationships. Demonstrates appropriate communication of information to all ages ranging from birth to over 65. Responsive to all patient and office staff requests and needs. Demonstrates ability to coordinate multiple tasks and prioritizes workload to best meet patient and provider needs. Records patient data and observations relevant to patient needs in accordance with credentials. Recognizes need for safety measures and takes appropriate action to prevent injury. Provides a comfortable environment of care in accordance with office standards. Acts in accordance with state practice act, hospital, and departmental policies and procedures. Applies prosthetics & orthotics per physician’s orders. Duties & Responsibilities Performs all other duties as assigned by authorized personnel or as required in an emergency. Maintains accurate notes and records of medical services rendered. Prepares patient for departure by reinforcing instructions and education. Instructs patient/family in care of cast, splint, or brace and reinforces physician’s teaching on injury, treatment plan and anticipated results. Verifies that all information in the patient chart is correctly entered and initiates follow-up communication. May perform other clinical assistance such as preparing and maintaining exam rooms, conducting patient interviews, chaperoning, assisting, implementing physician orders, interacting with other departments, scheduling referrals or medical appointments. Restocks clinical areas with supplies needed for patient care. Identifies product needs and reports to the appropriate person. Willing to orient and train new employees as asked. Seeks compliance with appropriate health and safety regulatory agencies. Maintains certifications and licensure, staying abreast of best practices, and participates in departmental orientation and annual training. Other duties as assigned. Location Nearest Major Market: Columbia, South Carolina. #J-18808-Ljbffr