Certified Athletic Trainer

Job Description

Job Description

Jacksonville Orthopaedic Institute is looking for someone to work full-time as an ATC/Athletic Trainer at the San Marco Rehab.

The position is full-time with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, and 401K retirement plan.

Will consider a part-time candidate.

The ATC performs athletic training services within the client and outreach settings.

Office Location: San Marco Rehab, 1325 San Marco Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207

Schedule: FT/Exempt, Variable, some nights and weekend, travel required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of the Physical Therapist, administer rehabilitation treatments as allowed by local and state law.
• Maintain equipment and supplies.
• Report any non-operative equipment to Administrator/Site Coordinator.
• Participate in all clinical in-service activities and committee activities as assigned.
• Participate in departmental and interdepartmental education programs as requested by the Sports Medicine Director, at least annually.
• Remain available to other staff when not involved in own duties or when off-site covering local athletic activities.
• Assist the Administrator/Site Coordinator with but not limited to Quality Assurance, Utilization Review, Program Evaluation, Infection Control and Safety Committee activities.
• Serves as a liaison with athletes, parents, physicians, coaches and clinical professional staff.
• Cover community events, school athletic events, or school practices as assigned.
• Communicate, cooperate and give assistance in a prompt and courteous manner to patients, high school associates and athletes, co-workers, and medical staff to ensure “client satisfaction” with the service of the Sports Medicine Department.
• Provide athletic injury evaluation, immediate care, and assist with the referral of injured athletes in accordance with generally accepted principles of athletic training services at the school or venue where they are present.
• Request appropriate referrals for other services, if indicated (i.e., orthotics).
• Orient new employees and volunteers as directed by the Sports Medicine Director.
• Supervise athletic training students with generally accepted principles of athletic training services at the school or venue where they are present.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of the center.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Assist Administrator/Site Coordinator as needed.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Successful completion of four academic years of professional study in a specialized curriculum accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs who are certified by the Board of Certification of the National Athletic Trainers Association.
• Must be certified by the National Athletic Trainer’s Association (NATA).
• Must be duly licensed in accordance with applicable state laws to practice athletic training.
• One or two years in athletic training setting preferred.
• Experience with recognition, evaluation, and immediate care of athletic injuries.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate an athlete’s progress through various stages of rehabilitation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safety practices, including safe operation of athletic training equipment.
• Ability to perform the following functions regarding athletic injuries: prevention, assessment, treatment, (including first aide) and reconditioning.
• Ability to instruct athlete in therapeutic exercise, and strength and conditioning programs.
• Ability to demonstrate proper taping, strapping, bracing, and fitting of athletic equipment.
• Ability to perform duties in an efficient and independent manner with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to adjust and adapt to changing work schedules.

Working Conditions

Fast paced orthopedic rehabilitation clinic. May work outdoors when working at athletic fields, sporting events, practices, or job sites. Sometimes may work in hot or cold temperatures, depending on weather.

Physical Demands

Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Must be able to lift, bend, walk, kneel, stretch, and stoop. Requires eye hand coordination and manual dexterity. Requires normal hearing and eyesight to allow for patient/athlete interaction and processing of patient/athlete information.