Athletic Trainer - Sports Medicine & Primary Care

Job Description Summary

Evaluates, assesses, and treats musculoskeletal injuries and sports concussions within the Sports Medicine Physician practice, with oversight from and in consultation with a physician. Assists in medical documentation, coordinates patient tests, and acts as a liaison between patients and medical teams.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Obtains and records patient histories, performs physical exams, and orders diagnostic tests under physician supervision.
• Performs neurocognitive, BESS, and SCAT testing for concussion patients.
• Applies casts, braces, and performs dressing changes under physician supervision.
• Documents vital signs, completes medical documentation, and assists with administrative paperwork.
• Provides on-site home exercise instruction, splint/bracing instructions, and crutch training.
• Communicates with patients, schedules appointments, and follows up with them post-discharge.
• Maintains patient records, compiles statistics, and prepares reports for review.
• Attends meetings and participates in committees as requested.
• Mentors and develops students in athletic training and healthcare fields.
• Participates as an Approved Clinical Instructor for college/university athletic training programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• ATC - Athletic Trainer Credential
• LIC - Licensed in Field - State of Ohio

Specialized Knowledge

• Competent in computers (Microsoft Office, electronic medical records)
• Willingness to travel and work at various locations
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with various stakeholders
• Independent, proactive, and flexible to meet changing environments and demands
• Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, and hazardous conditions
• Willingness to acquire additional certifications to enhance patient care

Work Shift

• Day Shift
• Weekly Hours: 40

Department

• Sports Med PC
• Hilliard