Athletic Trainer — Rehab Clinician & Outreach

Excelsior Orthopaedics, LLP; Eggertsville (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Excelsior Orthopaedics, LLP seeks an Athletic Trainer to provide clinical support in our rehabilitation clinic and to bridge physical therapy and rehabilitation services for athletic and post-surgical patients. The role also includes outreach to designated high schools and representing Excelsior Orthopaedics at external events.

The ideal candidate supports injury prevention, recovery education, and proper conditioning under physician direction, with NYS licensure and a BS in Athletic Training.

Qualifications

• BS in Athletic Training required.
• NYS license required.
• CPR/AED certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as a clinical support specialist for the rehabilitation staff assisting in patient care and maintaining patient flow to maximize efficiency.
• Provide professional direction and education to all athletes and patients in the areas of rest, recovery, nutrition, and hydration while adhering to standard precautions for patient care.
• Teach and monitor athletes on proper and safe lifting/conditioning techniques.
• Educate patients regarding injuries, reconditioning exercises, and/or injury recovery as appropriately directed by the physician.
• Participate in health fairs, educational seminars, and expos, and other outreach events as needed.
• Apply knowledge of the general principles of preventative physical care for athletes, first aid treatment and referral, and post-injury rehabilitation.
• Provide high school athletic coverage as needed.
• Communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.
• Assist with maintenance and cleaning of all equipment.
• Assist with the delivery of the athletic profile and maintenance records.

Skills

Patient care

Outreach education

Education

BS in Athletic Training

Job description

Excelsior Orthopaedics, LLP seeks an Athletic Trainer to provide clinical support in our rehabilitation clinic and to bridge physical therapy and rehabilitation services for athletic and post-surgical patients. The role also includes outreach to designated high schools and representing Excelsior Orthopaedics at external events.

The ideal candidate supports injury prevention, recovery education, and proper conditioning under physician direction, with NYS licensure and a BS in Athletic Training.