As part of the EmergeOrtho-Triangle Region Sports Medicine Team, the Outreach Athletic Trainer provides professional patient care, under physician supervision, to local high schools and other community partners. This includes:
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Injury and illness prevention and wellness promotion
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Examination, assessment and diagnosis
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Immediate and emergency care
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Therapeutic intervention
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Health care administration and professional responsibility
We are excited to offer the Outreach Athletic Trainer position, which comes with:
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Highly competitive pay
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A comprehensive benefits package
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Flexible scheduling
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Paid holidays and time off
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A continuing education allowance
Please note that all benefits will be determined based on the applicant's availability.
EDUCATIONAL & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:
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Degree in Athletic Training (AT) from an accredited AT education program required
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NC Licensed Athletic Trainer, or eligible
- National Athletic Training Association (BOC) certification
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BLS certification required
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
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Comfortable using email and interacting with Internet and Mobile applications.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Position will primarily include Sports Medicine and Athletic Training coverage for local high schools and other community sporting events.
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Responsible for daily practice and game coverage including management of on-field injuries, organization and administration, and record keeping.
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On-site recognition, evaluation, and immediate care procedures of illness and injury including emergency situations.
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Serve as a liaison between coaches, parents, AD, MD, and other health care providers responsible for treatment of injured athlete.
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Document and report all injuries referrals to the Sports Medicine Coordinator
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Appropriately triage injuries requiring an office or urgent care visit
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Administers proper athletic training techniques prior to games and practices to decrease risk of injury.
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Assists the physician and coach in determining when an injured athlete can safely return to participation and competition.
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Apply braces splints, or assistive devices and administer therapeutic modalities in accordance with standard techniques and procedures in order to facilitate recovery, function, and/or performance.
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Establishes and maintains medical files for each student involved in interscholastic athletics including injury, treatment and rehabilitation.
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Potential clinic responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, typical PT Tech job duties or assisting in orthopedic clinics as necessary.
Other
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Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
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Maintains patient confidentiality; complies with HIPAA privacy and confidentiality guidelines.
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Maintains detailed knowledge of practice management and other computer software as it relates to job functions.
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Attends all regular meetings as requested, with proper notice
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Performs all other tasks and projects assigned by the Sports Med Coordinator, manager, or physicians.
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Maintains compliance with continuing educational requirements to maintain current certifications and licensure.
