Athletic Trainer

Athletic Trainer

The Athletic Trainer is a certified, licensed professional who practices in the clinical setting as the liaison between the patient, the medical doctors and/or Sports Medicine team members involved in the assessment and care of acute or chronic youth athletic injuries and conditions. This includes following the patient care from the time of arrival to their time of departure and making sure all the patients and doctors needs are met to provide the best physician/patient experience as possible. Perform additional allied duties and provide patient care activities as needed in accordance with the licensure, scope of practice, standards and functions of his/her individual professional licensure. Included in the standards for appropriate clinical competency and documentation. Perform as a medical team member and participate in the functions and activities essential to operations. Be in compliance with medical/legal requirements for the sporting events or activities. Maintain knowledge of up-to-date techniques in the enhancement, prevention, and care of athletic injuries.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training
• Experience: 2 yrs clinical or traditional experience
• License or Certifications: Licensure by the Ohio OTPTAT Board, NATA BOC certified
• Skills and Competencies: CPR/AED Epic or similar online injury documentation system

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Athletic Training

The Athletic Trainer for the Center of the Female Athlete in the department of Sports Medicine works collaboratively with medical, nutritional, and psychology staff to ensure the plan of care is implemented for all pediatric patients. The role will provide value to the practice through expert skills in triage, performing evaluations of the female athlete, and patient education on health, wellness, and performance.