What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer position at Arete' Health PT?
Job Title: Athletic Trainer
Department: 2000 - Operations
Reports to: Director, Athletic Training
Job Summary:
An athletic trainer provides services to local county high schools under the direction of the supervising physician. Supervision from a physician is provided in accordance with the Maryland Board of Physicians.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
The athletic trainer will practice said profession within the parameters as laid out by the Maryland Board of Physicians, and will follow both the Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics as set forth by the National Athletic Trainers Association.
Coordinate the athletic training program for high school athletics
Provide first aid and injury assessment/treatment/rehabilitation/reconditioning for high school student-athletes
o Provide coverage at home events and practices from the beginning of the fall sport season to the conclusion of the spring season.
o Refer student-athlete to appropriate medical professional
o Assist coaching staff in evaluating and implementing sport specific conditioning programs and methods.
o Maintain an effective and efficient athletic training room
o Maintain communication with parents on the care & treatment of their student-athlete
o File all necessary reports associated with athletic injuries and/or incidents
o Maintain a daily treatment log
o Oversee the ordering of supplies and equipment pertaining to the athletic training room and maintain an up to date inventory
o Equip each team with appropriate medical equipment
o Create a safe playing environment by monitoring and controlling environmental risks
o Assist with wrestling certification for high school wrestlers
o Assist with pre-participation physicals
o Assist with concussion baseline testing
o Attend the high school’s parents’ and coaches’ pre-season meetings
o Display Maryland License and BOC Certification
o Annually review Athletic Training Handbook
o Annually review the school’s Emergency Action Plan
Requirements:
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Graduate from a CAATE accredited athletic training program.
- Certification/License:
- Certified by the Board of Certification
- Licensed by the Maryland Board of Physicians
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Why Join Us?
Arete Health is a growing, patient-centric outpatient physical therapy provider focused on excellence in clinical outcomes, team culture, and operational performance. We empower our therapists and support teams to thrive in an environment that values care, integrity, and innovation. At Arete Health, we believe that leadership is about people first. You’ll play a key role in scaling a mission-driven organization that puts patients and providers at the center of everything we do.
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