Head Athletic Trainer - Higher Ed. jobs in Grand Rapids, MI

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Athletic Trainer develops, implements and maintains comprehensive health care programs for patients, clients and athletes. The practice of athletic training includes injury/illness prevention and wellness protection, clinical evaluation and diagnosis, immediate and emergency care, treatment and rehabilitation, and organizational and professional health and well-being of individuals under the direction of a physician. Under the direction of a physician, the Athletic Trainer is placed in various sites for provision of services including, but not limited to, high school/college/university outreach programming, community events and engagement, and physician clinic. In collaboration with and under the general supervision of a licensed physical therapist, the Athletic Trainer assists in provision of physical medicine and rehabilitation services to patients as prescribed by overseeing physician. 
 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Under the direction and direct supervision of a physician or sports staff physical therapist, provides physical medicine and rehabilitation services to patents.
2. Develops and implements sports-specific performance training and strength and conditioning programming for local athletes.
3. Serves as an educator, consultant, sports performance instructor, strength and conditioning specialist for the community.
4. Monitors measures for customer service and clinical quality.
5. Organizes and performs community presentations on sports injury prevention, body mechanics and performance enhancement directed at community youth, high school, collegiate and professional athletes.
6. Facilitates and maintains relationship between SJMG Sports Medicine and school athletic trainers by way of programs (clinics, screenings, training camps).
7. Facilitates a smooth continuum of patient care between Physicians, Physical Therapists and Sports Performance staff.
8. Collaborates with the physician regarding patient’s plan of care.
9. Instructs patients with home exercise programs and monitors patient’s physical therapy progress including gait training, therapeutic exercises, rehabilitation and conditioning programs. Provides patient education materials.
10. Assists clinical staff with the operation of the clinic, including rooming patients, order entry (under the supervision of the physician), physical therapy scheduling, injection preparation, general paperwork and chart preparation.
11. Prepares athletes for practice or competition, including taping, bracing and bandaging. Attends games, competitions and tournaments. Evaluates injuries to determine their management and possible referral to the physicians.
12. Markets the sports medicine program under the direction of Service Line Administrator and program director.
13. Responds to patient emergencies as needed.
14. Cleans work area, examination rooms and equipment as needed; performs limited maintenance of equipment.
15. Documents patient information in a timely and accurate manner to ensure continuity of high-quality health care.
16. Performs other duties as assigned and works within the scope of State of Michigan Athletic Trainer licensure.

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS:

1. Creates a positive, professional, service-oriented work environment for staff, patients and family members by supporting mission and values of both IHA and Trinity Health.
2. Must be able to work effectively as a member of the patient care team.
3. Successfully completes IHA’s “The Customer” training and adheres to IHA’s standard of promptly providing a high level of service and respect to internal or external customers.
4. Maintains knowledge of and complies with IHA standards, policies and procedures.
5. Maintains complete knowledge of office services and in the use of all relevant office equipment, computer and manual systems.
6. Maintains strict patient and employee confidentiality in compliance with IHA and HIPAA guidelines.
7. Serves as a role model by demonstrating exceptional ability and willingness to take on new and additional responsibilities.  Embraces new ideas and respects cultural differences.
8. Uses resources efficiently.
9. If applicable, responsible for ongoing professional development – maintains appropriate licensure/certification and continuing education credentials, participates in available learning opportunities.

MEASURED BY:

Performance that meets or exceeds IHA CARES Values expectation as outlined in IHA Performance Review document, relative to position.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:  Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine or related field.

CREDENTIALS/LICENSURE:   

• Current State of Michigan Athletic Trainer License. 
• Membership in or eligibility for membership in National Athletic Trainers Association.
• Valid CPR certification.
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) preferred.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:   Minimum five (5) years’ experience in Sports Medicine.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS (ABILITIES & SKILLS):

1. Knowledge of patient care and organizational policies related to position responsibilities.
2. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations related to position responsibilities.
3. Proficient/knowledgeable in medical terminology.
4. Ability to perform mathematical calculations needed during the course of performing essential job duties.
5. Proficient in operating a standard desktop and Windows-based computer system, including but not limited to, electronic medical records, email, e-learning, intranet, Microsoft Word and Excel,  and computer navigation.  Ability to use other software as required while performing the essential functions of the job.
6. Excellent communication skills in both written and verbal forms, including proper phone etiquette. 
7. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment; displays courteous and friendly demeanor.
8. Ability to work effectively with various levels of organizational members and diverse populations including IHA staff, providers, patients, family members, hospital staff, non-IHA providers and their staff.
9. Ability to cross-train in other areas of practice in order to achieve smooth flow of all operations.
10. Good organizational and time management skills to effectively juggle multiple priorities and time constraints.
11. Ability to exercise sound judgement and problem-solving skills.
12. Ability to handle patient and organizational information in a confidential manner.
13. Knowledge of the compliance aspects of clinical care and patient privacy and best practices in medical office operations.
14. Successful completion of IHA competency-based program within introductory and training period.
15. Flexibility in hours to meet deadlines or patients’ schedules. Availability for some weekend and/or evening services or programs.  
16. Ability to travel to other office/practice sites, meeting/training locations, games, competitions and tournaments.

MINIMUM PHYSICAL EXPECTATIONS:

1. Physical activity that often requires keyboarding, phone work and charting.
2. Physical activity that often requires extensive time working on a computer.
3. Physical activity that often requires handling and lifting patients walking, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, climbing, kneeling and/or twisting.       
4. Physical activity that often requires lifting, pushing and/or pulling over 50 lbs.
5. Physical activity that sometimes requires lifting, pushing and/or pulling up to 100 lbs.
6. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust and focus. 
7. Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and other office equipment.
8. Must hear and speak well enough to conduct business over the telephone or face to face for long periods of time in English.

MINIMUM ENVIRONMENTAL EXPECTATIONS:

This job operates in a medical facility and requires regular walking to various locations around the hospital/clinic. Employees will be working where there is patient care equipment. Hazardous materials, including bloodborne pathogens and bodily fluids are also present. Exposure to sharps, x-rays, patients' conditions and some unpleasant sights, smells and contagious diseases is possible.  This position requires significant interaction with people (many of whom are scared, hurt and/or ill) which can be stressful and result in competing priorities.