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Athletic Trainer- Clinical Outreach

Professional Physical Therapy, Winchester, VA, United States


Overview

The Athletic Trainer (ATC), in the clinical outreach position, is a liaison between the athletic population and Physical Therapist. Assists in development and implementation of treatment programs set forth by the Physical Therapist. The Outreach ATC will work in a area school and provide services to student athletes under the direction of the team physician or by written referral from a physician, and in accordance with state athletic training practice act. This role is a 10 month, school year, position.
Responsibilities

The ATC will work under the supervision of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO).
Assist physical therapists in the treatment of patients with sports or orthopedic conditions referred for rehabilitation.
Demonstrate proper taping, bracing, and fitting of athletic equipment and carry out all prescribed treatment programs recommended by the supervising physician.
Prepare simple reports; maintain accurate and detailed injury and treatment reports.
Instruct patients in the care and prevention of athletic injuries.
Must attend all Company-sponsored sports medicine courses and seminars within their region.
Behave in a manner consistent with the Professional’s mission, vision and values.
Maintain a working knowledge of HIPAA, OSHA, Risk Management and Compliance regulations and Company policies.
Provide coverage of all home scheduled athletic events and practices. Coverage of away events is on a school-by-school basis. The ATC will work within the contracted hours for their school.
Communicate with athletes, parents, coaches, athletic director(s), and physicians regarding athletes’ playing status and ability to return to competition. All communication is to be conducted within HIPAA guidelines, and done in a timely fashion.
Maintain accurate logs and relevant school documents.
Refer athletes for appropriate diagnostic and follow-up procedures including subsequent injury tracking.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Sports Medicine Department.
Frequent communication and follow up with the Sports Medicine Department.
Qualifications

NATA BOC certification.
Current State licensure.
Possess excellent interpersonal skills and have the ability to communicate effectively with all departments within Professional Physical Therapy.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Benefits

Medical, dental & vision insurance
Life insurance
401k with match
Employee assistance program
Employee discounts
Employee referral program
Paid time off (PTO)
Student loan reimbursement program
Quarterly bonus program

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