Licensed Athletic Trainer

Encore Rehabilitation, Inc.; Ozark (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore Rehabilitation, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Athletic Trainer for full-time coverage of athletic events in Ozark, AL. The role involves supporting athletes, managing care, and working closely with team physicians and coaches. Candidates should be certified and possess a relevant degree in athletic training, ready to contribute actively to the sports medicine team.

Qualifications

• Must stand for extended periods and carry equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to assess and treat athletic injuries.
• Required certifications for practice in Alabama.

Responsibilities

• Attend athletic events and assist team physician.
• Maintain records and communicate with coaches.
• Perform treatments as ordered by physician.

Skills

Athlete Care

Communication

Sports Medicine

Education

Graduation from approved college/university

Eligible/Certified through National Athletic Trainers Association/BOC

Eligible/Licensed through Alabama Board of Athletic Trainers

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Title:Licensed Athletic TrainerID:8986Location:Ozark, ALDepartment:19-Sports MedicineStatus:Full TimeLicensed Athletic Trainer

Job Description/Summary

The L/ATC shall be responsible for attending all sports activities as assigned by Sports Medicine Coordinator, assisting team physicians as directed, maintaining written records on all athletes, and consulting with team physicians and coaches regarding injured athlete's status.

Summary

• Responsible for coverage of assigned athletic events.
• Responsible for rendering treatment as outlined by physician for injured athletes.
• Responsible for assessment of injured athletes and proper referral to physician.
• Responsible for communication with team coaches.
  
  

Qualifications

• Graduation from approved college/university.
• Eligible/Certified through National Athletic Trainers Association/BOC.
• Eligible/Licensed through Alabama Board of Athletic Trainers.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stands, turns, bends, lifts, climbs, and uses a great majority of physical motion in performing day to day activities of work. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and do a great deal of walking without experiencing extreme fatigue. Lifting and carrying equipment, supplies, and materials up to 50 lbs. without help; over 50 lbs. with help of mechanical devices or other personnel. Operation of electrical equipment and category I exposure to infectious materials, visual acuity to perceive reactions to injury and/or treatment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to positive work demands and the overall team effort of the Sports Medicine team.
• Abide by ethics and standards established by the NATA.
• Attend athletic events as assigned, assisting team physician when in attendance.
• Maintain communication with coaching staff regarding status of injured players and schedule changes.
• Record progress on injured athletes on established forms.
• Refer athletic injuries to physician for diagnosis and treatment referral.
• Perform treatments as ordered by physician.
• Maintain proper equipment and supplies pertinent for coverage of athletic events.
• Maintain proper attitude of encouragement toward all athletes/staff
• Attend/participate in department/clinic in-services.
• Submit in writing to Sports Medicine Coordinator a record of incident or accident with self, patient/athlete or other employee as soon as it occurs.
  
  

PATIENT/ATHLETE CARE

• Participates as a member of the health care team.
• Transports patients, maintains records, equipment and supplies as indicated.
• Observes and records patient condition, reactions and responses. Report appropriate information to physician/ clinical director.
• Accepts responsibility for the patient's personal care and environment throughout treatment.
• Follows established procedures and safety precautions in the use of heat, cold, light, water, sound, electricity and massage.
• Carries out physician prescribed rehabilitation protocols.
• Carries out treatment utilizing any rehabilitation equipment for which he/she has
  
  

received adequate instruction in its use and has demonstrated adequate understanding

and competency.

• Cares for braces, prostheses, bandages and other assistive devices.
• Acts as an assistant to the team physician when appropriate during assessment, stabilization and transport of injured athlete.
  
  

SUPPORT DUTIES

• Informs immediate supervisor of pertinent information relative to Sports Medicine.
• Complies with procedures for maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Performs duties as assigned by Sports Medicine Coordinator and/or Clinical Director.
• Participates in appropriate conference and in-service programs for purpose of
  
  

Continuing Education.

The above duties are the normal functions necessary to perform identified. This job description shall not be construed to be a detailed description of all work requirements of this position.

SUPERVISOR: Sports Medicine Coordinator and Clinical Director.

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