Clinical Athletic Trainer

Job Responsibilities Performs injury assessments and refers patient for necessary care. Communicates with patients to triage, answer questions and to instruct in self‑care, prevention and treatment. Communicates with Physician and medical team to help determine need for special tests or services. Establishes a plan of care and implements individual treatment based on evaluation results, health goals and by utilizing appropriate techniques. Communicates plan of care to all involved in patient's care. Monitors and evaluates outcomes and appropriately adjusts the individualized treatment plan based on the patient's response to treatment. Recognizes potential issues and the need to advocate for patient by working with the physician and/or key professionals. Identifies factors affecting patient's physical and psychosocial comfort and attends to these needs. Able to work with diverse patient population. Plans for and completes patient after visit summary including providing written home exercise programs, patient/family teaching, referral for community services, and ordering equipment. Completes all required documentation following department policy, including patient assessment, patient progress notes, after visit summaries as appropriate, to record patient care. Requirements Current athletic training certification by the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC) Currently licensed or eligible for Athletic Trainer license issued by the state in which the teammate practices within 30 days of hire Ability to complete American Heart Association Healthcare Provider (BLS), which includes CPR and AED training within 30 days of hire Bachelor's degree in athletic training from a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) program Excellent communication skills Ability to understand and communicate medical terminology Initiate problem solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective work relationships with peers. Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in injury assessment, treatment planning, and patient communication, while effectively collaborating with medical teams to ensure comprehensive patient care. Proficient in documentation and advocacy for patient needs within a diverse population. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor