Athletic Trainer

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary:

The Athletic Trainer is responsible for providing athletic training services for local schools, community events, and sport specific rehabilitation/reconditioning for injured athletes. Provides service to school age, adolescent and adults and performs job duties within the Sports Medicine Program. These duties include evaluation of injured athletes and assessment of capabilities.

Responsibilities:

Develops comprehensive venue and condition specific emergency action plans that are rehearsed annually.Establishes a working relationship with the supervising physician, designated team physician, community physicians, school nurses, other healthcare professionals, athletic directors, and coaches.Completes Memorial Healthcare System's policies training to include Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan training, HIPPA, and compliance with the all organizational regulations.Establishes daily hours of operation for the athletic training facility and maintains a clean and sterile environment for medical use.

Competencies:

ACCOUNTABILITY, ANALYSIS AND DECISION MAKING, CUSTOMER SERVICE, DEVELOPS RELATIONSHIPS, DOCUMENTATION, EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION, EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE, HEALTH INFO MANAGEMENT, ORGANIZATION SKILLS, PATIENT ASSESSMENT AND CARE, PROBLEM SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR, TEAM WORK, THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE/ACTIVITIES

Education and Certification Requirements:

Bachelors (Required)Athletic Trainer License (AL LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL), BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE), BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS), Board of Athletic Trainer Certification (BOC-ATHL TRAIN) - Board of Athletic Trainer Certification (BOC-ATHL TRAIN), Fingerprint Screen (FINGERPRNT) - Florida Department of Childrens & Family (DCF)

Additional Job Information:

Complexity of Work: This role requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to build and foster positive relationships. The incumbent must be able to lead others and take appropriate action when required.Applied Knowledge: Athletic trainer must have knowledge about a large range of medical problems. Assessment and evaluation skills and working with other healthcare professionals.Attention to Detail: Should be thorough and detailed with injury tracking and documentation. Able to maintain adequate medical records on all injuries and rehabilitation procedures.Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate effectively in high stress/pressure situations when talking to patients, medical professionals, staff and families. Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required. Other Information: Additional Education Info: Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field required.Additional Certification Info: BLS from the Red Cross or American Heart Association required.Employment in this position is contingent upon successful completion of a Level II Criminal History record check.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

•  Bending and Stooping = 20%
•  Keyboard Entry = 20%
•  Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 20%
•  Standing = 40%
•  Walking = 20%
•  Audible Speech = 20%
•  Bio hazardous Waste = 20%
•  Computer Monitor = 20%
•  Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 20%

Shift:

Primarily for office workers - not eligible for shift differential

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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