Athletic Trainer- Clinical Outreach

Professional Physical Therapy; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Life insurance

401k with match

Employee assistance program

Paid time off (PTO)

Student loan reimbursement program

Quarterly bonus program

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Virginia is seeking an Athletic Trainer to act as a liaison between athletes and Physical Therapists. This role involves assisting in treatment programs, maintaining accurate treatment logs, and providing coverage for athletic events. The ideal candidate must have NATA BOC certification and strong communication skills. The position also offers competitive benefits including medical and dental insurance, a 401k match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must possess NATA BOC certification and current state licensure.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with effective communication.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist physical therapists with sports and orthopedic patient management.
• Maintain accurate treatment reports and logs.
• Attend company-sponsored sports medicine courses and seminars.
• Provide coverage for home athletic events and practices.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

NATA BOC certification

Current State licensure

Job description

Overview

The Athletic Trainer (ATC), in the clinical outreach position, is a liaison between the athletic population and Physical Therapist. Assists in development and implementation of treatment programs set forth by the Physical Therapist. The Outreach ATC will work in a area school and provide services to student athletes under the direction of the team physician or by written referral from a physician, and in accordance with state athletic training practice act. This role is a 10 month, school year, position.

Responsibilities

• The ATC will work under the supervision of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO).
• Assist physical therapists in the treatment of patients with sports or orthopedic conditions referred for rehabilitation.
• Demonstrate proper taping, bracing, and fitting of athletic equipment and carry out all prescribed treatment programs recommended by the supervising physician.
• Prepare simple reports; maintain accurate and detailed injury and treatment reports.
• Instruct patients in the care and prevention of athletic injuries.
• Must attend all Company-sponsored sports medicine courses and seminars within their region.
• Behave in a manner consistent with the Professional’s mission, vision and values.
• Maintain a working knowledge of HIPAA, OSHA, Risk Management and Compliance regulations and Company policies.
• Provide coverage of all home scheduled athletic events and practices. Coverage of away events is on a school-by-school basis. The ATC will work within the contracted hours for their school.
• Communicate with athletes, parents, coaches, athletic director(s), and physicians regarding athletes’ playing status and ability to return to competition. All communication is to be conducted within HIPAA guidelines, and done in a timely fashion.
• Maintain accurate logs and relevant school documents.
• Refer athletes for appropriate diagnostic and follow-up procedures including subsequent injury tracking.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Sports Medicine Department.
• Frequent communication and follow up with the Sports Medicine Department.

Qualifications

• NATA BOC certification.
• Current State licensure.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills and have the ability to communicate effectively with all departments within Professional Physical Therapy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401k with match
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Employee referral program
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Student loan reimbursement program
• Quarterly bonus program