Certified Athletic Trainer

Description

The Certified Athletic Trainer serves as a physician extender, providing occupational health services under the direction of a licensed physician or advanced practice provider and in accordance with the Missouri Athletic Training Practice Act. The Athletic Trainer supports the evaluation and management of work-related injuries, occupational health examinations, injury prevention initiatives, and return-to-work services.

• Supports the evaluation and management of work-related injuries.
• Provides occupational health examinations.
• Delivers injury prevention initiatives.
• Offers return-to-work services.
• Promotes safe and timely return to work through collaboration with physicians, advanced practice providers, physical therapists, employers, and clinic staff.

Experience

Preferred: Previous experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer.

Preferred: Experience in occupational medicine, orthopedics, physical therapy, industrial rehabilitation, sports medicine, or related healthcare settings.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong clinical reasoning, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong knowledge of musculoskeletal evaluation, injury prevention, rehabilitation principles, and occupational health practices.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with patients, employers, healthcare providers, and community partners.
• Ability to educate individuals and groups regarding injury prevention, workplace safety, and health promotion.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and standard computer applications.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality, professionalism, and exceptional service.

Licenses/Certifications/Registrations

• Required: Current Missouri Athletic Trainer License is active and in good standing.
• Required: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.