Athletic Trainer Certified

Location: Harrison ONS office & Iona University. Full-time position, 40 hours per week. Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

About the Role

Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices providing support, capital, and operational resources to help physicians grow thriving practices. As a Management Services Organization (MSO), Spire offers infrastructure for administrative operations, allowing practices to operate at their highest level so doctors can focus on patient care. This role involves working as an Athletic Trainer with Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS) in partnership with Iona University Club Rugby.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates physical condition and advises/treats players to maintain maximum physical fitness for athletic competition.
• Prescribes routine and corrective exercises to strengthen muscles.
• Performs massage and soft tissue techniques to alleviate pain, restore function/motion, and diminish edema.
• Renders first aid to injured players, including artificial respiration, cleaning/bandaging wounds, and applying heat/cold to promote healing.
• Works with physicians to provide a continuum of care to patients.
• Utilizes wrapping/strapping techniques to prevent and support injured areas.
• Uses modalities as appropriate for patient care.
• Confers with physical therapy team members to exchange, discuss, and evaluate player information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs.
• Maintains accurate documentation of care in EMR and keeps the work area clean and orderly.
• Assists with administration of pre-participation and exit physicals.
• Acts as a liaison with team physicians and ONS physicians to refer athletes for evaluation and diagnostic imaging when warranted.
• Coordinates formal Physical Therapy, imaging, and follow-up appointments for athletes with allied healthcare professionals.
• Refers athletic injuries to physicians for diagnosis and/or treatment.
• Sets up and breaks down athletic training supplies for practices/games.
• Communicates with coaches regarding treatment plans for injuries and injury prevention.
• Determines if a player is capable of continued participation if injured.
• Organizes, inventories, and requisitions medical team and team supplies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Follows all HIPAA rules and ONS’ policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in athletic training or equivalent.
• Valid NATA certification/license for athletic trainer in CT/NY State.
• Minimum one year of experience as an athletic trainer.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

Benefits

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities.
• Dynamic work environment.
• Access to a diverse network of practitioners.
• Broad infrastructure of tools and programs to enhance the employee experience.
• Competitive compensation.