Performs appropriate patient intake to determine medical history, chief complaint and risk factors.
Performs physical examinations to establish a diagnosis and prognosis prior to intervention; communicates all pertinent information to the physician, APP, parent, physical therapist, school athletic trainer, and/or other staff as appropriate.
Develops and implements injury and illness prevention strategies for athletes and the physically active.
Establishes a plan of care for athletes in consultation with the supervising physician/advanced practice provider.
Manages the needs of the patient based on the examination, diagnosis, prognosis, goals and outcomes of the planned interventions for identified impairments.
Applies splints, braces or casts as appropriate, assesses for proper fit and support, and educates patient/parent on appropriate wear, care, and signs/symptoms of concern.
Maintains clinic flow by directing support staff to ensure patient/ parent satisfaction, patient safety, quality of care and efficiency of clinic operations.
Educates students and parents regarding injury/disease management including, but not limited to, use of assistive devices, use of splints/braces, exercise/activity recommendations/limitations, healthy lifestyle behaviors and proper nutrition for the physically active.
Assists administrative staff as needed (diagnostic scheduling, rescheduling of patients, surgery scheduling, etc).
Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.
