Clinical Athletic Trainer

Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA); Arcadia (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) seeks a Clinical Athletic Trainer to assist in examination and treatment under physician direction and the Sports Medicine Program manager. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide patient care across CHLA clinics and programs.

The role requires a CAATE-accredited degree, NATABOC certification, AHA BLS, and an NPI number, with at least 6 months ATC experience.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of ATC experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in the physician practice setting.
• Preferred: experience with children and adolescents as Athletic Trainer.

Responsibilities

• Assist in examination and treatment of patients under physician guidance.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team including physicians, PAs, PTs, MAs and RNs.
• Provide direct support to healthcare providers in CHLA's Sports Medicine program.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Athletic Training (CAATE accredited)

NATABOC Certification

American Heart Association BLS Certification

NPI Number

Job description

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift; Schedule may vary and include evening and weekend coverage based on clinic and program needs.

Purpose Statement/Position Summary: The primary role of the Clinical Athletic Trainer (ATC) is to assist in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the physician and/or Sports Medicine Program manager by performing the essential functions of the job. The position will collaborate with multi-disciplinary team and provide direct assistance to other medical providers such as physicians, advanced practice providers, physical therapists, medical assistants, and registered nurses in providing care for our patients at CHLA.

Required

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience:

• 6+ Months of ATC experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in the physician practice setting.

Preferred

• Experience working as an Athletic Trainer with children, adolescents and young adults.

Education/Licensure/Certifications:

Required

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Athletic Training from a CAATE accredited program.
• Must be Certified by the National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification (NATABOC).
• American Heart Association BLS Certification.
• NPI Number.

Preferred

• Completion of Athletic Training Residency Program.
• BSC-O Certification.
• Certified Orthopedic Technologist.