Athletic Trainer, Clinical

10000 Sanford; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Fargo, ND is seeking an Athletic Trainer for an orthopedic clinic. You will evaluate injuries and monitor patient conditions, coordinating care under a physician, nurse, or APP supervision when applicable.

The role requires BOC certification, state licensure, and typically two years of experience; you will assist with casting, splinting, and patient education while maintaining safety and quality care. Expect regular weekday hours and no weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Certified Athletic Trainer (BOC) and licensed/registered in state(s) of practice.
• Two years of experience preferred.
• Education level per state licensure.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate injuries and monitor patients; contribute to care plans.
• Document information from medical records, physicians, and family.
• Administer treatments such as casting, splinting, bracing, and education on use.
• Observe patient condition and report changes; take appropriate action as needed.
• Counsel patients and families on prevention and treatment plans.

Skills

Athletic Trainer Certification

State Licensure

Two years experience

Job description

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not‑for‑profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Work Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Salary Range: $23.00 - $30.50 Union Position: No Department Details Mon - Fri 8a-5p No weekends or major holidays

Busy Orthopedic clinic Work with Sports Med Providers and APPs - both scheduled patients and walk‑in patients Assessments under direction of Sport Med Provider Concussion testing - training Cast and splint - training All ages and abilities of patients

Summary

Responsible for evaluating and monitoring clinic patients as an athletic trainer within an orthopedic patient focus. Will participate in the implementation of patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician when applicable. Evaluates injuries, physical conditions, and needs; recommending a scientific care plan to include schedule, treatment programs, and related education based on their capabilities and limitations.

Job Description

Ensures the health, comfort and safety of patients. Documents and interpretes appropriate information gathered from a variety of sources, including the medical record, physician, and family. Utilize appropriate testing/evaluation techniques to assess injuries. Contributes to the assessment of patients and administers treatments as ordered which may include, casting, splinting, bracing and provide education to patient on proper fit and use. Observe patients, document and report changes in patient condition, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment, and take any necessary action. Counsels patients and family members on prevention and treatment plans as directed. Explains and updates safety rules governing daily training, recreational activities, and the use of professional exercise equipment as needed for patient care. Implements and monitors any patient treatment regimen for rehabilitation and reconditioning according to diagnosis and real‑time condition. Demonstrates competency and practices within the full scope of certification expertise/knowledge and utilizes appropriate age and population specific standards as designated in their assigned clinical setting.

Qualifications

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure. Two years of experience preferred Must be certified as an Athletic Trainer by the Board of Certification and be licensed and/or registered in state(s) of practice and/or possess multi‑state licensure privileges as required by position.

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The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill. Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world‑class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies.

The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News. Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.