Trainer-Senior Athletic

Work Shift/Schedule: 8 Hr Morning - Afternoon

About the Role

The certified senior athletic trainer provides athletic training services to patients and clients of Northeast Georgia Physicians Group Sports Medicine (NGPG) in the college setting. These services may include, but are not limited to, on-site assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of acute injuries, education, exercise conditioning, and school insurance policy management. The senior athletic trainer works closely with the NGPG Sports Medicine physicians to enhance the overall care given to the patients and clients of NGPG Sports Medicine. The certified senior athletic trainer works independently at the college setting as the liaison between student athlete, school administration, and NGPG/NGHS by following the guidelines of the National Athletic Training Association and the Georgia Athletic Trainer Licensure Act.

Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population-specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedure. This position is for college coverage.

Responsibilities

• Provides cost-effective and high-quality care to patients served, including rehabilitation of injuries, education, exercise conditioning, injury screening, and on-site treatment and care of acute injuries.
• Provides patient care consistent with the medical findings, physician orders, and established plan of care. Follows departmental policy and procedure preserving patient confidentiality, privacy, and dignity. Completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner.
• Designated as the school's 'head' athletic trainer, overseeing all athletic services and medical care. Provides athletic training coverage at sporting events, along with prevention and education about sports-related injuries.
• Creates and develops a good working rapport with students, parents, coaches, athletic director, school administration, and physicians.
• Works independently as the liaison between student athlete, school administration, and NGPG/NGHS following the guidelines of the National Athletic Training Association and the Georgia Athletic Trainer Licensure Act.
• Documents treatment procedures following departmental policies and procedures and in compliance with third-party payers' guidelines. Runs monthly audit reports to aid in appropriate and timely documentation of injuries, treatments, and rehabs.
• Accomplishes good clinical outcomes using national benchmarks and regularly reviews research associated with the sports medicine specialty to ensure updated clinical care.
• Coordinates therapy, whether physical or occupational, with other assistant athletic trainers and physical therapists employed with NGPG/NGHS.
• Fills out initial insurance and injury claims to the school's accident policy and serves as the liaison with the school's insurance coordinator.
• Schedules all MD visits and follow-ups.
• Provides injury reports to school coaches and administration on a weekly basis and meets monthly with the NGPG Athletic Training Manager to conduct documentation audits.
• Educates the student athlete about their injury, treatment, and rehabilitation. Communicates with parents/guardians if the athlete is a minor and works with NGPG practice managers regarding payment costs and timely payment of medical bills.
• Schedules and facilitates educational talks regarding physical and mental well-being.
• Communicates with NGPG's medical director of sports medicine regarding policies and procedures and collaborates to update policies with the latest research.
• Communicates directly with the Athletic Director regarding any purchases needed for appropriate Athletic Training Room (ATR) operations and bids out supply needs to be a good financial steward for both NGPG and the school.
• Handles requests relative to drug-testing as requested by the school administration in conjunction with NGPG Occupational Health.
• Meets monthly with NGPG's athletic training manager to discuss current needs and problems, updating NGPG's Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), policies, and procedures.
• Works with the AT manager and recruitment to attract new talent into NGPG, focusing on the mission, vision, and goals of NGPG.
• Collaborates with local companies providing athletic training and sports medicine services to ensure effective transfer of care and continuity of medical care.
• Collaborates with local universities and athletic training programs to ensure continued education for future athletic trainers.
• Stays current with research in the field of sports medicine and presents at AT monthly department meetings.
• Consistently meets and exceeds department productivity standards, demonstrating good time management and organizational skills.
• Initiates positive and professional communication with medical and department staff and community outreach contacts.
• Demonstrates flexibility by proactively resolving conflicts, scheduling problems, and completing assignments in a timely manner.
• Exhibits effective teamwork and interdisciplinary team-building skills.
• Actively participates in customer service surveys, aiming for a score of 3.5 or above.
• Works with the NGPG athletic training manager on specific initiatives to improve Press Ganey results.
• Communicates directly with NGPG practice management on any negative patient interactions resulting in an RL/Variance being entered into the NGHS system.

Requirements

• Current licensure, certification, and good standing with the State of Georgia and NATABOC.
• Certified in professional BLS.
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in athletic training or a related field.
• College experience preferred.

Skills

• Demonstrated competency in applying principles, methods, materials, and equipment used in athletic training.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good customer service and ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Physical Demands

• Weight Lifted: Up to 100 lbs, frequently (31-65% of time).
• Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, frequently (31-65% of time).
• Vision: Moderate, frequently (31-65% of time).
• Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently (31-65% of time).
• Standing/Walking: Frequently (31-65% of time).
• Pushing/Pulling: Frequently (31-65% of time).
• Intensity of Work: Frequently (31-65% of time).
• Job Requires: Reading, writing, reasoning, talking, keyboarding.