Athletic Trainer (ND/MN)

Altru Health; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Altru Health System is seeking an Athletic Trainer to coordinate and provide patient care in the physician practice, with potential first assistant duties in the operating room. The role includes coverage for outreach events and teaching residents, athletic trainers, and students.

The position emphasizes collaboration with physicians, emphasis on clinical education, and participation in credentialing processes required by Altru Health System. English proficiency and strong teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Active Athletic Trainer certification for ND prior to start date.
• Active Athletic Trainer certification for MN within 6 months of start date.
• Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record prior to start date.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of start date.

Responsibilities

• Assist patient education and care per agreed plan.
• Serve as first assistant under orthopedic physician supervision.
• Apply/remove casts, dressings, splints, and other orthopedic devices.
• Provide outreach event coverage and sports education/training.
• Perform on-site injury assessment and initial treatment including first aid/BLS.
• Identify predisposing conditions for injury and assist with taping and bracing.

Skills

Athletic Training

First Aid

BLS

Event Coverage

Orthopedic Care

Education

North Dakota Athletic Training Board Certification

Minnesota Medical Practice Board Certification

Job description

Location

Altru Professional Center 4400 S. Washington St. Grand Forks, ND 58201

Pay Range

$24.02 - $36.03

Summary

The Athletic Trainer works in the clinic setting coordinating and providing patient care in the physicians practice, which may include first assistant in surgery. The Athletic Trainer provides coverage for outreach events. This position works cooperatively and is actively engaged in the teaching of residents, athletic trainers, and other students.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists and provides 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.
• Applies and removes all types of casts, appropriate dressings, splints, traction and other orthopedic appliances and equipment.
• Provides event coverage and sports related education and training.
• 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.
• 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 Driver

Reference ID

R8253

Making a real difference.

For one another. To take the best care of our patients and community - including friends, family, and neighbors - we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another. At Altru, you'll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You'll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart.

Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO)