Athletic Trainer treats and prevents athletic injuries by developing therapies to reduce pain and improve mobility under the direction of a physician. Assists in exercise instruction and demonstration, patient evaluation and testing. Being an Athletic Trainer may require state license to practice. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in exercise science, sports science or equivalent. Additionally, Athletic Trainer typically requires certification as a Certified Athletic Trainer. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Athletic Trainer occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be an Athletic Trainer typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Reviews lab results, x-rays, and MRI/CT results prior to entering patient exam room. |
Takes patient history, and records the information in the patient's chart. |
Confers with physicians about new patient findings and potential diagnosis and treatment before they see each patient. |
Obtains needed equipment for exam room procedures. |
Prepares therapeutic injections and assists with minor procedures as needed. |
Reviews pre-operative instructions and explains the surgical process to patients who are about to have surgery. |
Assists physician with orders for pre-operative tests, CT scans, and MRIs. |
Performs patient education duties; shows surgical videos, hands out brochures, and directs patients to specific Internet sites for more information. |
Provides one-on-one clinic care as needed, under the supervision of a physician, and in accordance with the quality standards of the department including (taking a history, performing an initial evaluation, proxy orders, fitting of braces and splints per protocols, providing therapy per protocols and assisting with outpatient procedures such as injections). Individuals must have the knowledge base to be able to evaluate and report findings to the physician. |
Works collaboratively with Practice Manager and Vice President of Ambulatory Service to ensure the Medical Center’s Mission, Values Statements are amplified each day in the outpatient care area. |
Works with the Practice Manager to ensure safe and professional patient care. |
Provides education sessions to registered medical assistants to continue to improve: patient experience, triage work flow, customer service, and other areas identified. |
Follows patients discharged from the Emergency Room and acts as a patient navigator for that patient population ensuring that proper follow-up is maintained. |
Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations |
Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Assesses gaps in policies and procedures, and create necessary policies and procedures to fulfill these gaps. |
Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct. |
Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements. OTHER JOB DUTIES Attends monthly staff meetings Answers telephone calls utilizing the proper standards of telephone etiquette Performs other related duties as required. ________________________________________________________________________________
BASIC COMPETENCIES Education: Bachelors or Master’s degree in Athletic Training required.
Experience: 1 to 3 years Customer Service Experience; prior Registration Knowledge required
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