What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer II - Sports Medicine Orthopedic - Andrews position at Baptist Health Care?
Job Description
The Athletic Trainer II works closely with the physician in the department to maintain regulatory documentation and patient care. This position is a licensed personnel who duties consist of assisting with revolving issues that occur within the clinical office setting, ensuring efficient patient flow, order clinical supplies, filing and documentation organization, supervise students and confer with licensed personnel concerning patient safety and response to treatment. This position must be competent in all performed duties and comply with licensing board requirements.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for following all unit precautions and procedures in the performance of job duties to Ensure a safe work environment for self and others; assists with specific direct patient care activities.
- Prepares patient for provider; maintains supplies, rooms, and medications; performs and tracks tests and results; assists providers and nurses; performs chart documentation, review, and maintenance; performs front office duties when required and completes miscellaneous duties as assigned. Maintains patient flow in the clinical areas.
- Performs clinical duties as directed.
- Obtains equipment needed for patient care delivery.
- Maintains work area and equipment in condition required by department standards.
- Provide coordination for health education and referrals to meet the immediate health care needs of patients.
- Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure. Pursues professional growth and development.
Qualifications
- Master's Degree Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Other related field Required
- 1-3 years Clinical experience Required or Completed an ATC fellowship program Required
- Athletic Trainer Licensed State of Florida Upon Hire Required
- Certified Athletic Trainer (AT_BOC) Upon Hire Required
- BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association Upon Hire Required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to seek and accept direction and clarification from others.
- Knowledge of basic medical terminology and exercise prescription for rehabilitation.
- Ability to deal appropriately with confidential information.
- Organizational skills.
- Able to multi-task effectively
About Us
Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includes three hospitals, four medical parks, Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.