Internal Agency Contract-Athletic Trainer

Job Description:

Under the supervision of a physician, applies principles, methods and procedures for managing athletic injuries, which shall include preconditioning, conditioning and reconditioning of an individual who has suffered an athletic injury through the use of appropriate preventative and supportive devices. Provides instruction to coaches, athletes, parents, medical personnel and communication in the area of care and prevention of athletic injuries. The individual will work in school systems and in a physician or hospital clinic to support patient care. The Athletic Trainer will provide coverage to sporting events as agreed upon by the Health System contract and based upon the schedule that is prepared by the hiring organization.

EDUCATION:

Minimum: • Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Medicine or related program

Preferred: • Master’s Degree in Athletic Training

LICENSE:

Minimum

• NYS Registration and License as a Certified Athletic Trainer

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS:

Minimum:

• NATABOC Certification, BLS Certification required through the RQI system during clinical orientation.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Minimum:

• 21 years of age or older (per NYS Regulations)

Preferred:

• 1-2 years' experience as an Athletic Trainer in a high school and/or physician practice setting.

SKILLS:

Minimum:

• Demonstrated leadership abilities.

• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and ability to deal with the public in a professional and courteous manner.

• Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities and enhance the spirit of teamwork through effective role modeling.

• Must be demonstrate flexibility in work sites, schedules, duties, etc. and have demonstrated ability to independently work efficiently and effectively.

• Must possess exceptional communication and customer service skills.

• Computer literacy required with word processing, spreadsheets, power point Preferred:

• Experience with Microsoft Office products including word, excel and power point.

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