Athletic Trainer

Job Title: Athletic Trainer

Location: Ambulatory Care Center

Department Name: ACC - Morahan Center

Req #: 0000248286

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $60,000.00 - $73,000.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Athletic Trainer will assist physicians with procedures, providing patient education, ordering diagnostic tests, and contributing to the development and growth of the sports medicine practice. This AT position will serve in a dual role with clinical support at multiple clinical locations including but not limited to both Jersey City and Livingston sites,

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor s Degree in Athletic Training from a CAATE (Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education) accredited institution
• Current certification as an Athletic Trainer (ATC)
• Licensed in the state of New Jersey as an Athletic Trainer
• Maintain the NATABOC-required 50 CEU s per certification period (every two years)
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with patients, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail,
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Preferred:

• Experience with electronic medical records

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Athletic Trainer Certification (ATC)
• NJ Athletic Trainer License

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time
• 40 hours/week

Essential Functions:

• The licensed Athletic Trainer’s clinical responsibilities will include executing established program policies and procedures and assuming responsibility for maintaining program standards
• The AT is an extension of the supervising physician and is to be compliant with the supervising physician s standing orders implementing medical and risk management of all persons covered within these orders
• The AT should regularly consult and communicate with the supervising physician on the medical management of each athlete and/or patient as needed
• Administrative duties that fall under this role will include fellowship coordination and direct collaboration with the fellowship director
• This position is not a supervisory role, however, the fellowship requires a great deal of coordination and collaboration and the AT must engage in a team approach in ensuring the fellow’s successful completion of the program ensuring the program s compliance and accreditation is maintained
• Clinically as an extender, the AT will also support the physician office for musculoskeletal and concussion care
• This will include providing evaluation and testing, support for non-invasive procedures, and, clinical support for patient management within the physician practice setting,
• The AT should have the ability to help cover Morahan Screening programs throughout New Jersey
• They will also assist with the promotion and execution of tactics of enhancing referrals to the Musculoskeletal and Sports Medicine Institute, the Morahan Center, and all Barnabas Health Ambulatory Services as it relates to sports injury and musculoskeletal care
• The AT position will also have one administrative day to support organized duties for the sports medicine fellowship as the program’s coordinator
• Accountability for the fellowship will be determined by the fellowship’s program director collaboratively with the Morahan Center leadership team

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team.  We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time.  As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. 

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer