Athletic Trainer

Greater Grand Forks; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an Athletic Trainer to provide patient care and administer athletic training services at various settings. The role involves working collaboratively with patients, providers, and teaching students while ensuring effective communication and high-quality care. Successful candidates will demonstrate their ability to assess injuries, perform first aid, and manage conditions responsibly in a supportive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Certified Athletic Trainer with proficiency in English.
• Experience in patient care and athletic program management required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate administration of athletic training services at schools and events.
• Perform on-site injury assessments and treatments.
• Assist with patient education involved in treatment plans.

Skills

Patient Education

Injury Assessment

First Aid

Basic Life Support

Concussion Management

Education

Athletic Trainer Certification

Driver's License

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

Location:

Altru Professional Center4400 S. Washington St.Grand Forks, ND 58201Pay Range: $24.02 - $36.03

Summary:

The Athletic Trainer may work in many different setting including coordinating and providing patient care in the physicians practice, which may include first assistant in surgery. The Athletic Trainer coordinates the administration of athletic training services at assigned school, venue or events. This position works cooperatively and is actively engaged in the teaching of fellows, residents, athletic trainers, and other student.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assists with patient education involving the whole patient care and treatment plan according to validated skill level.

• Performs and functions as a first assistant by demonstrating appropriate skill level of procedures under the supervision of the Orthopedic Physician.

• Assists student athletes with physician referral and works with providers to return the athlete to play safely. Provides concussion management services utilizing IMPACT testing.

• Performs on-site injury assessment and treatment including first aid and Basic Life Support (BLS). Performs injury prevention services through identification of predisposing conditions and utilization of protective taping and bracing.

• Applies and removes all types of casts, appropriate dressings, splints, traction and other orthopedic appliances and equipment.

• Coordinates the administration of the athletic training program at assigned schools, including site visits, event coverage and sports related education and training.

• Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Certification:

• Athletic Trainer | North Dakota Board of Athletic Training | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources

• Athletic Trainer | Minnesota Board of Medical Practice | Within 6 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources

• Driver's License with Acceptable Driving Record | Drivers License - Current State Licensed | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources

• Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 days of Start Date | Learning Management System

Notes:

• In order to function as an Athletic Trainer in the Operating Room, each individual must complete the competency assessment and be credentialed through Altru Health System’s credentialing process

Language Requirements:

This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.

Physical Demands :

• Sit: Occasionally (5-33%)• Stand: Frequently (34-66%)• Walk: Frequently (34-66%)• Stoop/Bend: Frequently (34-66%)• Reach: Frequently (34-66%)• Crawl: Rarely (1-4%)• Squat/Crouch/Kneel: Occasionally (5-33%)• Twist: Occasionally (5-33%)• Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%)• See: Continuously (67-100%)• Hear: Continuously (67-100%)

Weight Demands:

• Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Medium (20-40 pounds)• Carry: Medium (20-40 pounds)• Push/Pull: Medium (20-40 pounds)• Slide/Transfer: Medium (20-40 pounds)

Working Conditions:

• Indoor: Continuously (67-100%)• Outdoor: Occasionally (5-33%)• Extreme Temperature: Not Applicable

Driving Requirement Definitions:

• Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
• Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
• Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
• Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.

Driving Requirement for this position:

Frequent DriverReference ID: R5606

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