Athletic Trainer – Performance Testing Specialist; Elkhorn

## Athletic Trainer – Performance Testing Specialist (Elkhorn)
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Omaha, Nebraska:
Full time:
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JR100091

Ortho Nebraska creates the inspired healthcare experience all people deserve by giving people a direct path to personalized care and life-enhancing outcomes. With a focus on safety and people, we set the bar high in providing high-quality care with an unmatched experience. Our team members are critical to our success and growth and are rewarded for their dedication and hard work.

IF this sounds like the type of team and environment you want to be a part of apply today!  
** Position Summary
** The Athletic Trainer – Performance Testing Specialist provides objective testing and outcomes reporting services to support evidence-based rehabilitation. This role collaborates closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, physical therapists, athletic trainers, sports performance specialists, and other rehabilitation professionals to improve patient outcomes, and support safe return to activity

Hours/

Schedule:

40 / Five (5) 8-Hour shifts, Mon - Fri between 7a - 7p
* ** Education**:
Certified Athletic Trainer or related field required.
* ** Licensure**:
Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)  preferred.
* ** Certification**:
National Certification by NATA BOC (Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers) preferred or other related certification
* Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 60 days of hire.
* ** Experience**: 1+ years’ experience Athletic Training preferred.  + Experience performing biomechanical assessments, movement analysis, strength testing, performance testing, rehabilitation, or sports performance services preferred.  + Experience utilizing objective testing technologies such as Biodex, force plates, motion capture systems, wearable technology, or similar assessment tools preferred.
** Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
*** Strong understanding of biomechanics, human movement, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and sports performance principles.
* Ability to collect, analyze, and communicate objective performance and testing data.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to educate patients, athletes, providers, and rehabilitation professionals.
* Strong team orientation and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
* Ability to utilize technology and data analytics to support clinical decision making.
* Ability to collaborate effectively with referring providers and community partners.
** Essential Job Functions
*** Performs objective strength, movement and functional performance assessments utilizing approved testing technologies.
* Analyzes movement patterns and performance data to identify impairments and opportunities for performance improvement.
* Generates detailed reports and provides actionable recommendations to patients, providers, therapists, athletic trainers, and sports performance staff, coordinating care to improve patient outcomes.
* Supports rehabilitation progression and return-to-sport/activity decision making through objective testing and outcomes measurement.
* Participates in the Ortho Nebraska Return-to-Sport/Activity Value-Based Enterprise (VBE) supporting the advancement of testing and movement analysis services.
* Ensures testing services support clinical decision making, injury prevention and return-to-sport/activity clearance.
* Assists with program development and growth, monitoring outcomes and promoting, quality improvement initiatives.
* Contributes to research, data collection, outcome tracking, and evidence-based practice initiatives.
* Provides education and mentorship to students, staff, and healthcare professionals.
* Responsible for all other duties assigned.
** Physical requirements
** This position is classified as
** Medium Work
** in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles, requiring the exertion of 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.  Must be able to pass background check. We also conduct pre-employment physical and drug testing.

Any job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical with a drug screen, background check and obtaining active licensures per job requirements.