Athletic Trainer

Great Plains Health; North Platte (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Plains Health in North Platte, NE is seeking a qualified Athletic Trainer to evaluate and treat injuries, restore function, and document care in the clinic, at sporting events, and at local schools.

You will contribute to patient outcomes by creating treatment plans, attending continuing education, and collaborating with physicians, coaches, and athletic directors to support FAST/FIT programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in exercise science, physical education or athletic training required.
• Certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association required.
• Licensed with the State of Nebraska for athletic training required. BLS certification required.
• Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients of all ages and diagnoses and create treatment plans.
• Document evaluations, treatments, progress, and discharge information timely.
• Perform clinic, event, and school-based athletic training coverage.
• Utilize current evidence-based techniques and continue education opportunities.
• Collaborate with physicians, coaches, and schools to optimize care.

Skills

Evaluation skills

Documentation

Patient care

Education

BS in Exercise Science

NATA Certification

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Athletic Trainer# Careers Home## Athletic TrainerApply: North Platte, NE: Full time: Posted 30+ Days Ago: JR217# **Great people. Great careers. Join the team at Great Plains Health, where you can be a part of something, well, great.****Job Title:**Athletic Trainer**Cost Center:**Sports Medicine**Job Description:**The staff athletic trainer position is a position responsible for evaluating and treating patients in an effort to restore function after an injury. This position is also responsible for documenting this treatment in order to ensure proper payment of such services. This position cares out its duties in the clinic, at sporting events and at the schools that we cover. Minimum QualificationsEducationBachelor of Science Degree in exercise science, physical education or athletic training required. Certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association required.CredentialsLicensed with the State of Nebraska for athletic training required. BLS certification required. Driver's license required.Work EnvironmentExercise room setting with shared office facility. Exposure to hazardous chemicals, dangerous fumes, extreme heat and cold, working outdoors, confined areas, blood and body fluids.Physical DemandsStand, walk, and/or run constantly.Sit occasionally.Lift up to 100 pounds occasionally floor to waist.Push/pull up to 50 pounds occasionally.Complete up to 13 step staircase occasionally.Reach, stoop, bend, and kneel frequently.Visual acuity, hearing, speech, and manual dexterity within normal limits for age and gender.Essential FunctionsDemonstrates ability to evaluate patients of all ages and diagnoses. Is able to utilize this evaluation to create a treatment plan designed to prevent disability due to an injury. Able to complete sports evaluations utilizing the current software application. Is able to utilize this application to determine when an injured athlete needs more advanced care. Demonstrates ability to complete these tasks in a variety of settings, including in the clinic, in a gym, on the field of play, etc.Demonstrates the ability to modify and update a treatment plan to help a patient obtain maximal improvement with therapy.Demonstrates the ability to recognize when a patient is ready for discharge and develops an appropriate discharge plan.Demonstrates the ability to complete all documentation accurately, completely, and timely per policy as required by Joint Commission, the hospital, and any other industry regulating agency. This includes: evaluations, treatment session notes, progress reports, physician updates, discharge notes/information, recertifications and any other piece of documentation requested by the previous stated agencies. Also demonstrates the ability to turn in daily summary sheets and enter injury evaluation data into the correct spreadsheet in a timely manner.Demonstrates the desire to maximize his or her ability to treat patients with the most up to date techniques and principles by regularly attending education courses, seminars, and webinars or by attending continuing education courses on a regular basis.Demonstrates ability to attend all mandatory meetings and complete all competencies set by the hospital and department director within associated timeframes. Demonstrates ability to mentor students and complete the necessary paperwork associated with having a student.Demonstrates the ability to adhere to rehabilitation billing regulations, productivity targets, progress guidelines as well as any other guidelines that govern the standard of care. Also understands responsibility to market themselves and our services to any potential patients and referral sources through formal and informal methods.Demonstrates the ability to develop, initiate, and lead FAST and/or FIT camps with athletes of a variety of ages and abilities. Demonstrates the ability to generate FAST/FIT camp reports. Demonstrates the ability to market FAST/FIT camps to potential customers.Demonstrates the ability to manage the relationships with athletic directors, coaches and athletes in a positive manner.