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Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Contract Athletic Trainer to support local high schools and athletic teams in the Phoenix area. The role involves attending games, evaluating injuries, and guiding management and referrals under physician supervision.

Strong communication with families and adherence to policy are essential. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field, current Arizona Athletic Trainer License, NATA BOC certification, and BLS for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine or related field required.
• One year or more athletic training experience preferred.
• Current Arizona Athletic Trainer License and NATA BOC Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare athletes for practice or competition including taping and bracing.
• Attend games and events to evaluate injuries and determine management/referral.
• Instruct patients with home exercise programs and monitor progress.

Skills

Athletic Training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field

Arizona Athletic Trainer License

NATA BOC Certification

BLS for Healthcare Providers

Job description

Department: PCMG-MAIN | Contract Athletic Trainer Prog

Location: Phoenix

Shift: Mon-Fri, (Days Vary), Shifts Vary, 8am-5pm

Category: Patient Care Svcs(Tech & Asst)

Posting #: 1051272

Employee Type: Varies

Position Summary

This position completes the tasks assigned and the duties that are pertinent to patient care outside the clinic. The contract athletic trainer provides support to local high schools and athletic teams, attends games and competitions, and evaluates injuries to determine their management and possible referral to physicians.

Position Duties

• Prepares athletes for practice or competition, including taping, bracing, and bandaging. Attends games, competitions, and tournaments. Evaluates injuries to determine their management and possible referral to outside providers.
• Instructs patients with home exercise programs and monitors patient`s progress as applicable within the constraints of the environment (ex: across a tournament weekend). Provides patient and family education materials as needed.
• The employee documents actions taken, supplies used, techniques utilized, related measurements, etc. on an injury report which is submitted according to Phoenix Children's policy.
• Collaborates with the physician regarding patient`s plan of care.
• Markets the Phoenix Children's sports medicine program under the direction of the physicians.
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families

Values

• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable

Position Qualifications

Education

Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. Bachelor`s degree in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine or related field.

Required

Experience

Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. One year or more athletic training experience.

Required

Special Skills

Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. No special skill requirements have been added to this JDR.

Required

Additional Requirements

Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. Current Arizona Athletic Trainer License.

Required

2. Current Athletic Trainer Certification from the NATA Board of Certification.

Required

3. Current BLS certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association.

Required

Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential

1. Physical Requirement - Climbing -Occasionally

2. Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) -Constantly

3. Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) -Constantly

4. Physical Requirement - Hearing -Constantly

5. Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling -Constantly

6. Physical Requirement - Reaching -Constantly

7. Physical Requirement - Sitting -Occasionally

8. Physical Requirement - Standing -Constantly

9. Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling -Frequently

10. Physical Requirement - Talking -Constantly

11. Physical Requirement - Tasting/smelling -Frequently

12. Physical Requirement - Walking -Constantly

13. Physical Requirement - Near Vision -Constantly

14. Physical Requirement - Far Vision -Constantly

15. Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination -Constantly

16. Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment -Frequently

17. Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance -Occasionally

18. Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance -Occasionally

19. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment -Applicable

20. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Outdoor weather conditions -Applicable

21. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Extreme temperatures -Applicable

22. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Confined areas -Applicable

23. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - High places -Applicable

24. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Extreme noise levels -Applicable

25. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases -Applicable

26. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid -Applicable

27. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Fumes or airborne particles -Applicable