US Physical Therapy

Runs outpatient physical and occupational clinics.

Assistant Athletic Trainer

Rehabilitation TherapiesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBrooklyn, NY, USA

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's or master's degree from a CAATE-accredited Athletic Training program is required.
Current Board of Certification (BOC) certification is required.
A New York State Certified Athletic Trainer license is required.
CPR/AED certification for professional rescuers is required.
Must be trained as a clinical preceptor by the clinical education coordinator for Athletic Training Certification, including ability to use Atrack software, learn the monitor used to test skills according to academic program level, track progress, report feedback, and document hours.
Certification by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification and valid New York State certification are required.
Must know and commit to conducting activities in compliance with NCAA, LIU, NATA, and NEC rules and regulations.
Must be efficient with Microsoft Office and an online medical database.
Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position, including reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, running, and lifting 20 pounds.
Must have mobility and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

Assist the Head Athletic Trainer with athletic training office operations, including emergency care, first aid, and injury prevention and management.
Under physician supervision, prevent, assess, and treat athletic injuries; provide first aid, emergency care, and sports rehabilitation according to Board of Certification standards.
Communicate between athletes, coaching staff, parents, doctors, and appropriate administration.
Perform initial on-field assessments of acute injuries and illnesses before, during, or after practices and games, providing necessary first aid and coordinating with additional medical staff such as EMS.
Monitor injuries and illnesses and coordinate training, follow-up, and evaluation programs.
Educate, counsel, and guide athletes on health matters.
Recognize and report possible facility hazards to the Athletic Director and Health Coordinator.
Supervise, implement, and record rehabilitation protocols for athletes as set by the Head Athletic Trainer.
Cover home and away practices and competitions as assigned.
Work with coaches to develop and implement effective training and conditioning programs.
Apply preventive taping, braces, supports, and other protective equipment to athletes.
Select and apply therapeutic modalities for rehabilitation and reconditioning athletes.
Manage and supervise daily activities in the athletic training room.
Maintain records, including accident reports, daily treatment charts, daily logs, medical history forms, and insurance forms.
Maintain athletic training room equipment and perform other duties directed by the Head Athletic Trainer.
Act as clinical supervisor for students working toward BOC certification.

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated, compassionate, and forward-thinking Assistant Athletic Trainer to support the LIU Brooklyn Women’s Basketball team and contribute to the health, wellness, and performance of our student-athletes.

Basic Function and Scope of Responsibilities:

The selected individual will assist the Head Athletic Trainer with all Athletic Training office operations including emergency care, First Aid, prevention and management of injuries.

Principal Responsibilities:

The position of the Assistant Athletic Trainer is to function under the supervision of a physician regarding athletic injuries and well being. This includes injury prevention, assessment, treatment, first aid, emergency care, and sports rehabilitation to the standard of care set by the Board of Certification. In addition Athletic Trainer serves as a means of communication between athletes, coaching staff, parents, doctors, and appropriate administration. The Athletic Trainer will perform initial on-field assessments of acute injuries and illness that occur before, during or after practices and games including necessary first aid in assistance with the appropriate additional medical staff such as EMS. The Athletic Trainer monitors these injuries and illnesses and coordinates training, follow-up, and evaluations programs.

Other Responsibilities: ·

Education, counseling and guidance of athletes in matters pertaining to health
Recognizing and reporting possible facility hazards to the Athletic Director and Health Coordinator
Supervision, implementation and recording protocol for rehabilitation athletes as set by the Head Athletic Trainer
Coverage of home and away practices and competitions as assigned
Work with coaches in the development and implementation of effective training and conditioning programs
Application of prevention taping, braces, supports, and other types of protective equipment to athletes
Selection of application of therapeutic modalities for rehabilitation and reconditioning athletes
Management and supervision of daily activates in the athletic training room
Record keeping including accident reports, daily treatment charts, daily logs, medical history forms and insurance forms
Maintenance of athletic training room equipment and other duties directed by the Head Athletic Trainer
Act as clinical supervisor for students working toward BOC Certification

Qualifications

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree from a CAATE accredited --Athletic Training Program required
Current BOC Certification required
Must be licensed as a Certified Athletic Trainer in New York State
CPR/AED for professional rescuer required

Training, Skills, Knowledge, Experience:

Must be clinical preceptor trained by clinical education coordinator for Athletic Training Certification. Entails the ability to Atrack software, learning monitor to test skills in accordance to the educational level in academic program, track process, report feedback, document hours
Minimum two years’ experience as an athletic trainer preferred not required
Certification by the National Athletic Trainer’s Association Board Certifications and valid New York State Certification is required.
Must have a knowledge of and commitment to conduct all activities in compliance with NCAA, LIU, NATA and the NEC rules and regulations
Good Communication and organizational skills
Efficient with Microsoft Office and Online Medical Database
Ability to work in a team-oriented facility

Working Conditions:

Ability to meet physical demands of the position
External and internal sports facilities
Extensive traveling
Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, running, and 20= lbs
Mobility and Manual dexterity
Contact with staff, athletics, and outside vendor

Additional Information

What We Offer!

Competitive compensation package
401(k) plan with company matching options
Generous Paid Time Off
A rich benefits package, including medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance
New York's 529 College Savings Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Employee Perks: discounted rates for entertainment, travel, fitness, insurance plans, etc. through our partnership with Plum Benefits
FSA Plans- pretax savings plans to pay for unreimbursed medical and dental expenses, travel to & from work
Company Events- Annual Family Field Day, Leadership Retreats, and Holiday Awards Celebration
And much more!

The anticipated salary range for this position is $60,000-$65,000. Salary range is based on various factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography. Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and other benefits are also available, subject to the terms of the Company's plan.

Compensation: 60000 to 65000 (USD) (YEARLY)

About the Company

US Physical Therapy

Runs outpatient physical and occupational clinics.

U.S. Physical Therapy runs hundreds of outpatient physical and occupational therapy clinics in over 41 states, providing acute, post-operative, and preventative care for orthopedic and neurologic issues, including sports and work injuries. Patients receive therapy from licensed therapists at clinics that are operated by local owner-partners who share in the profits, with growth coming from opening new clinics and buying into existing practices. The company differs from purely corporate-owned networks by using a local-ownership model combined with acquisitions to scale while keeping local leadership in each location. Its goal is to widen access to outpatient rehabilitation through a large, locally led network that helps patients recover and return to work or sports.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Houston, TX
Founded: 1990

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