Associate Athletic Trainer

Banner Health; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health in Scottsdale, Arizona is seeking an Athletic Trainer to provide clinical athletic training services in a community/clinic setting under the supervision of a supervising physician. Responsibilities include injury assessment, rehabilitation planning, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The role supports school sports, community events, and athletic programs with travel to Banner University Clinics as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training from an accredited program.
• BOC certification and must possess a valid athletic trainer license in the state of practice.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates injuries and develops treatment plans within the scope of practice.
• Implements individualized therapeutic interventions and monitors responses to therapy.
• Educates clients, families, and coaches regarding injuries and exercise programs.
• Conducts injury screening clinics, educational programs, and workshops to promote safety and injury prevention.
• Documents patient treatment according to professional and regulatory standards.
• Has autonomy to determine how to best accomplish functions within established procedures and scope of practice.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration with physicians

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training

Job description

Primary City/State:

Scottsdale, Arizona

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Clinical Care

Great careers are built at Banner Health. We’re looking for the best and brightest to join our team that earned Great Place To Work® Certification™.

Whether you have back pain, joint issues, torn ligaments or a complex fracture, we treat all injuries and disorders of the musculoskeletal system. Our doctors use advanced surgical and minimally invasive techniques to reduce pain and get you moving. Our fellowship-trained doctors provide the most advanced care for your muscles and joints. If you have advanced or chronic pain, our experts will get you moving again.

Are you a skilled Athletic Trainer looking to grow your career in a dynamic clinic environment? Join our dedicated team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of athletes and active individuals every day! In this rewarding clinic-based role, you'll work closely with a supervising physician and interdisciplinary healthcare team to deliver exceptional athletic training services — from comprehensive injury assessments to personalized rehabilitation programs that get patients back to doing what they love!

Locations:

Athletic Trainer will need to be able to travel to any of our Banner University Clinics. Banner Sports Medicine Scottsdale: 7400 N Dobson Rd., Scottsdale, AZ Banner Sports Medicine - McDowell: 755 E McDowell Rd., Phoenix, AZ

Banner Concussion Center: 1320 N 10th St., Phoenix, AZ

Banner Health Center Plus - Arcadia: 4200 E Camelback Rd., Ste 104., Phoenix, AZ

Schedule:

Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm. This will vary based on clinic start times and events. There may be some early morning, evening, and weekend requirements.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position administers athletic training services in a community or clinic setting under the supervision of a supervising physician. These services include, but are not limited to, school screenings, injury prevention programs, athletic consults, injury assessment, and treatment and case management of injured athletes/clients undergoing rehabilitation. This position frequently attends practices and games for area schools and athletic clubs and community athletic events.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Evaluates injuries and develops treatment and exercise plans within the scope of practice. Re-evaluates treatment plans, as needed, to ensure maximum patient benefit.
2. Implements individualized therapeutic interventions, and monitors responses to therapy to ensure client safety. Reports progress and medical changes to referring physician or appropriate medical provider.
3. Educates clients, families, and coaches regarding injuries, risk factor modification, and exercise programs. Provides evaluation and treatment of medical and musculoskeletal pathology consistent with the scope and practice of athletic training clinical competencies as defined by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association and the State’s Board of Athletic Training.
4. Conducts injury screening clinics, educational programs, and workshops to promote safety and injury prevention.
5. Documents patient treatment according to professional and regulatory standards.
6. Has autonomy to determine how to best accomplish functions within established procedures and scope of practice. Confers with supervisor on any unusual situations. Positions are facility based with no budgetary responsibility. Internal customers: All levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: Physician offices, patient families, community/educational institution customers (administration, coaches, athletes, etc.), third party payers, and medical supply companies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or related field from an accredited university training program.

Current Board of Certification (BOC) for the Athletic Trainer certification and must possess a valid athletic trainer license issued in the state of practice. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Requires the ability to work collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare providers. Must have strong interpersonal communications and human relation skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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