The Athletic Trainer works under the supervision of leadership. Serves as the liaison between patients, providers, nurses, Athletic Director and physical therapists. This individual also plays a key role in the sports medicine out-reach program including providing coverage to local colleges/universities, high schools, and/or other area teams and sporting events.
Maryville specific: Promotes and Administers Acceleration Program. Responsibilities Coordinates provider appointments as needed, including concussion management protocol. Document and maintain injury log.
Serves as liaison between patients/parents, providers, and physical therapists/staff. This may include working with physical therapists/staff to develop and implement rehabilitation programs for patients. Performs patient fitting and education regarding crutches, braces, soft goods, etc.
Coordinates and provides athletic training coverage to at least one area college/university, high school, or other local sports team/event. This includes prevention, recognition, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for athletic injuries. This also includes providing on-site coverage of athletic events, which may include evening and/or weekend coverage, and implementing summer programs.
Educates patients, parents, athletes, and the general public regarding injury prevention, rehabilitation, wellness, and other health-related issues. Participates in professional development activities and maintains licensure and other professional affiliations, including BOC certification and state licensures. Follows appropriate protocols, standards, and practices, including those related to blood borne pathogens.
Maintains strict patient confidentiality. Other duties as assigned Education Bachelor's Degree - Required Master's Degree - Preferred Work Experience Licenses and Certifications Registered Athletic Trainer - Missouri (Kansas if required) or eligible to apply for licensure - Required within 90 Days BOC Certified Athletic Trainer - Required Upon Hire Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required within 90 Days Driver's License - Valid In State - Required Upon Hire Travel Requirements Must be able to travel between various system facilities and offsite locations as needed. - Required Qualifications Skills and Abilities Essential Technical/Motor Skills Fine motor skills required, eye\hand coordination, walk, ability to speak clearly, hear answer phone, data entry.
Interpersonal Skills Displays a friendly, positive attitude and communicates with patients, families, physicians and co-workers in a professional manner. Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing. Essential Physical Requirements Must move, kneel, crouch, stoop, reach, stand, push, pull, and lift.
Must follow good body mechanics. Essential Mental Abilities Comprehend and understand physician orders, medical terminology, and staff requests. Follow policy and procedures; disseminate information and/or instructions to the appropriate person(s).
Prioritize work assignments and follow through to completion. Ability to manage stress and remain calm in a fast paced environment. Essential Sensory Requirements Infection/disease exposure from patients, visitors, and co-workers.
Exposure to Hazards Other Skills and Abilities
Full time · Variable