Clinical Athletic Trainer - Atrium Health MSKI Pineville, Fort Mill & Rock Hill

Job Description

This is a clinical athletic training position, working alongside the surgeons, providers, and all other members of the Orthopedic team as patients are seen in a clinical setting. Manage care of patients, athletes and the active population. Significant percentage of time is direct patient contact and care; management and evaluation of head injuries and concussions seen in clinic. Collaboration with physicians for optimal patient care. Administrative responsibilities necessary for effective and efficient clinic flow. All duties and responsibilities performed under the supervision of a directing physician.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in athletic training from a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) program. Master's degree preferred.

Licenses, Certifications, and/or Registrations

• Current athletic training certification by the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC).
• Currently licensed or eligible for a State of applicable state License in Athletic Training within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to complete American Heart Association Healthcare Provider (BLS), which includes CPR and AED training within 30 days of hire.

Job Requirements

• Provide clinical athletic training services in local orthopedic clinics following the rules and regulations of the National Athletic Trainers Association Code of Ethics, BOC Standards of Professional Practice, applicable state Practice Act and Regulations for Licensed Athletic Trainers, and system-wide and Orthopedic departmental Policies and Procedures.

Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent leadership qualities and decision making skills, as well problem solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills to include oral and written comprehension and expression. Relay information appropriately over telephone, computers, and other communication devices. Explain all processes to patients in plain language and utilize teach back to ensure understanding.
• Ability to work independently & confidently.
• Proactive in building relationships with AHWFB physicians and staff.
• Interact with staff/visitors with a variety of developmental and sociocultural backgrounds.
• Promotes an open atmosphere of communication. Communicates is a professional and timely manner with physicians, staff, and all members of the healthcare team. Informs supervisor and the healthcare team of issues and resolutions to potential problems as appropriate. Communicates pertinent information horizontally and laterally.
• Ability to understand and communicate medical terminology with patients, parents, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Works within the Sports Medicine Team concept and accepts assignments based on department need and organizational needs and provides medical coverage as needed.
• Initiate problem solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective work relationships with peers.
• Ability to work well with all ages, races, class and gender of people.

Physical Requirements

• Amount Of Time Spent Performing The Following Activities:
• Standing: 35%
• Walking: 65%
• Sitting: 0%
• Bending: 65%
• Reaching with arms: 65%
• Finger and hand dexterity: 65%
• Talking: 65%
• Hearing: 65%
• Seeing: 65%
• Lifting, carrying, pushing and or pulling: 20 lbs. maximum