Athletic Trainer - Savannah High School

The Athletic Trainer works under the supervision of leadership. Serves as the liaison between patients, providers, nurses, Athletic Director and physical therapists. This individual also plays a key role in the sports medicine out-reach program including providing coverage to local colleges/universities, high schools, and/or other area teams and sporting events.Maryville specific: Promotes and Administers Acceleration Program.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates provider appointments as needed, including concussion management protocol.
• Document and maintain injury log.
• Serves as liaison between patients/parents, providers, and physical therapists/staff. This may include working with physical therapists/staff to develop and implement rehabilitation programs for patients.
• Performs patient fitting and education regarding crutches, braces, soft goods, etc.
• Coordinates and provides athletic training coverage to at least one area college/university, high school, or other local sports team/event. This includes prevention, recognition, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for athletic injuries. This also includes providing on-site coverage of athletic events, which may include evening and/or weekend coverage, and implementing summer programs.
• Educates patients, parents, athletes, and the general public regarding injury prevention, rehabilitation, wellness, and other health-related issues.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains licensure and other professional affiliations, including BOC certification and state licensures.
• Follows appropriate protocols, standards, and practices, including those related to blood borne pathogens.
• Maintains strict patient confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned

Education

• Bachelor's Degree - Required
• Master's Degree - Preferred

Work Experience Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Athletic Trainer - Missouri (Kansas if required) or eligible to apply for licensure - Required within 90 Days
• BOC Certified Athletic Trainer - Required Upon Hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required within 90 Days
• Driver's License - Valid In State - Required Upon Hire

Travel Requirements

• Must be able to travel between various system facilities and offsite locations as needed. - Required

Qualifications

Skills and Abilities

Essential Technical/Motor Skills

• Fine motor skills required, eye\hand coordination, walk, ability to speak clearly, hear answer phone, data entry.

Interpersonal Skills

• Displays a friendly, positive attitude and communicates with patients, families, physicians and co-workers in a professional manner.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Must move, kneel, crouch, stoop, reach, stand, push, pull, and lift.
• Must follow good body mechanics.

Essential Mental Abilities

• Comprehend and understand physician orders, medical terminology, and staff requests.
• Follow policy and procedures; disseminate information and/or instructions to the appropriate person(s).
• Prioritize work assignments and follow through to completion.
• Ability to manage stress and remain calm in a fast paced environment.

Essential Sensory Requirements

• Infection/disease exposure from patients, visitors, and co-workers.

Exposure to Hazards

Other Skills and Abilities