Licensed Athletic Trainer

Overview

Licensed Athletic Trainer role at Encore Rehabilitation, Inc.

Location:

Spanish Fort, AL. Status:
Full Time.

Job Description /

Summary:

The L/ATC shall be responsible for attending all sports activities as assigned by the 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.

• Coverage of assigned athletic events.
• Render treatment as outlined by physician for injured athletes.
• Assess injured athletes and refer to physician as appropriate.
• Communicate with team coaches regarding athlete status and schedule changes.
• 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 and assist the team physician when present.
• Maintain records of 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 a supportive attitude toward athletes and staff.
• Attend/participate in department/clinic in-services.
• Submit in writing to the Sports Medicine Coordinator a record of incident or accident involving self, patient/athlete, or other employee as soon as it occurs.

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

Stands, turns, bends, lifts, climbs, and uses a great majority of physical motion in performing day-to-day activities. Must be able to stand for extended periods and walk extensively. Lifting and carrying equipment up to 50 lbs without help; over 50 lbs with assistance. Operation of electrical equipment and exposure to infectious materials. Visual acuity to perceive reactions to injury and/or treatment.

• 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; reports 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 rehabilitation equipment after adequate instruction and demonstrated competency.
• Cares for braces, prostheses, bandages and other assistive devices.
• Acts as an assistant to the team physician during assessment, stabilization and transport of injured athlete when appropriate.

• 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 continuing education.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Other

• Medical Practices