Athletic Trainer - School Based PRN

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JOB SUMMARY
*Demonstrates and provides proper taping, strapping, bracing, and fitting of athletic equipment *Covers assigned pre-season physicals, sports games, and related events under the supervision of the program physician. *Provides educational programs to school personnel, student athletes, and guardians about athletic injuries, equipment, nutrition and exercise programs to obtain optimal performance. *Coordinates pre- and post-participation exams and assist with acquiring protective equipment for athletes as needed. *Demonstrates ability to perform the following functions regarding athletic injuries: prevention, assessment, treatment (including first aid) and reconditioning. *Collects data and performs patient assessment to include height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint, current medications, etc. *Carries out all prescribed treatments and recommendations by the physician to treat and rehabilitate athletic injuries. *Maintains work area, exam, treatment rooms, x-ray rooms and lab in a clean, safe manner; restock with supplies and instruments; sterilize reusable equipment as needed. *Observes all safety precautions and standards; assures proper disposal of specimens and contaminated waste. *Provides patient and community education in the areas of sports injury prevention and care. *Completes all documentation in a timely manner. *Serves as a liaison between patient/athlete, physician, physician office staff and school personnel.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor's degree in health related field required.

Experience: One year in athletic training setting preferred. 

Licensure, certification, and/or registration: Licensure as an Athletic Trainer with the Virginia Department of Health Professions and certification through the National Athletic Training Board of Certification required. AHA BLS-HCP required.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Effective interpersonal skills to communicate both in person and in writing in order to interact with management, doctors, professional staff, patients, general public and local schools and sports teams. Keyboarding and utilization of automated computer systems required, including electronic medical records. Must be able to assist with or transfer athletes of various weight/heights. Must be able to stand for long periods of time, have good mobility skills and be able to walk long distances.

 

OUR VALUES
Below are our core values that we strive to embody and expect of all our team members:

Collaboration: Working together with purpose to achieve shared goals.

Commitment:  Unwavering in our quest for exceptional quality and service.

Compassion:  Putting heart into everything we do.

Courage:  Doing what's right for our patients without question.

Curiosity:  Fostering creativity and innovation in our pursuit of excellence.

 
Requisition Number: 103394 
Employment Status: Flex 
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Shift: Any Day, Any Shift 
Shift Details: must be able to work evenings and some weekends
Recruiter: EMILY F ALLEN 
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An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious.

Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute.

Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are kind and life is good. Make your tomorrow with us.

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