Athletic Trainer, PRN Acute

Rutherford Regional Health Systems; Rutherfordton (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutherford Regional Health System in Rutherfordton, NC is seeking an Athletic Trainer for a PRN role to deliver on-site injury assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for student athletes. You will coordinate referrals, implement injury prevention education, document encounters in the EMR, and communicate with physicians and coaches to support safe return to play.

This role offers competitive pay rates and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training required.
• BOC certification and eligibility for state athletic training licensure/registration required (ATC). NPI number required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Must be eligible for state licensure/certification as an Athletic Trainer.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site care for diagnosis, management, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
• Set up referrals to physicians for further evaluation and imaging for student athletes.
• Implement injury prevention strategies through education and ergonomic coaching.
• Communicate with physicians and coaches regarding injury status and limitations.
• Document patient encounters in the EMR and maintain accurate records.
• Perform administrative and other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

BOC Certification

BLS Certification

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Athletic Training

Job description

Schedule: PRN

As an Athletic Trainer joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How You'll Contribute

An Athletic Trainer who excels in this role:

Duties

• Providing onsite care for the diagnosis, management, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.


• Set up referrals of student athletes to appropriate physicians for further evaluation and imaging.


• Implement injury prevention strategies through education, postural and ergonomic coaching, and promoting overall wellness.


• Ensure effective communication with Physicians and coaches regarding the injury status and/or limitations of student athletes.


• Documents patient encounters in the electronic medical record (EMR)


• Performs administrative and other duties as assigned by supervisor

Why join us

• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).


• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.


• Competitive Pay Rates


• Superior Quality Patient Outcomes


• Supportive Leadership and Culture

What We're Looking For

• Education: Bachelor's Degree Required


• Must be BOC certified and be eligible to possess state athletic training licensure, certification or registration (Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) certification). NPI Number Required.


• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

More About Rutherford Regional Health System

Rutherford Regional Health System partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare is bringing the pieces together to transform healthcare in Rutherford County. Duke LifePoint Healthcare is a joint venture of Duke University Health System, one of the country's leading academic health systems, and LifePoint Health, a leading healthcare company dedicated to Making Communities Healthier. These two forces joined because of the shared interest in collaborating with hospitals, healthcare providers and patients to bring high quality, innovative healthcare services to communities. Duke LifePoint combines Duke's unparalleled expertise in clinical excellence and quality care with LifePoint's extensive resources and knowledge and experience operating community hospitals and healthcare organizations.

Rutherford Regional Health System includes the following: Rutherford Regional Medical Center, Rutherford Family Care, Rutherford East Family Care, Forest City Family Care, Chase Family Care, Polk Medical Specialties, Rutherford Orthopedics, Rutherford Urology, Rutherford Children's Care, Premier Women's Care, The Mammography Place, and Rutherford Surgical Associates.

EEOC Statement

"Rutherford Regional Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rutherford Regional Health System is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.