What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer - Idaho Falls Chukars + Spud Kings position at Bingham Memorial Hospital?
We are looking for a highly motivated Certified Athletic Trainer to join our ever growing team here at Bingham. You must be willing and able to learn new skills and adapt to change often, as the medical field is ever changing. You must have good communication skills and be detail oriented. We have multiple providers of all specialties and are located in several of our surrounding areas. If you are looking for a rewarding and fulfilling career and enjoy fast paced environments this will be a good fit for you.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Athletic Training or associated degree--Masters preferred.
Minimum Work Experience: 2-3 Years Work Experience as Certified Athletic Trainer preferred.
Required Licenses / Certifications: Valid Idaho State License or Idaho State License Eligible Certification by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification (NATABOC). Current CPR/AED BLS certification from Healthcare Provider or Professional Rescuer CPR certification agency. Current driver’s license (Willing to obtain Idaho driver’s license upon hire).
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Current licensure as an Athletic Trainer or license eligible. This position requires verifiable current Healthcare Provider or Professional Rescuer CPR certification. An original card must be verified prior to start date. Experience in a variety of computer programs including databases, word processing, and internet. Work schedule includes weekend schedule and evening events when required.
BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The Certified Athletic Trainer will be responsible for providing athletic training services to student athletes in the high school setting, and other outreach and clinical/rehab areas as Physician Extender, in accordance with the contract between Orthopedic Institute & Bingham Memorial Hospital and area school districts.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Evaluation and treatment of student athletes in the high school setting . Maintain required paperwork for each patient/athlete with injury tracking system for assigned schools. Maintains proper documentation on all athletes or patients. Maintains documentation on each service performed. Educates the athlete and/or patient and family as part of the treatment plan and rehabilitative process. Provides rehabilitative intervention and performs athletic testing protocols. Works in compliance with each contract, with the Athletic Director and Orthopedic Institute to develop coverage.
Communicate with medical professionals regarding athletes’ goals, treatment, and progress. Communicate with Coaching Staff and School Administration regarding athletes’ goals, treatment, and progress. Communicate with Athletes Parent or Legal Guardian regarding athletes’ goals, treatment, and progress. Attend staff meetings and professional conferences as requested. Maintain Continuing Education Units to remain in compliance with certification and licensure. Maintain Certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) . Develop/maintain programming relating to athletic training. Travel outside the normal travel for job functions may be required. Provide marketing materials/communications with referral sources. Any additional duties as requested by the director/coordinator of athletic training pertaining to provision of care or departmental function. Upholds and demonstrates in daily work, the facility’s core values. Demonstrates knowledge of assessment, documentation and use of the Limited English Proficiency tools for the LEP person. Understands and maintains the Patient’s Rights policy, reporting problems as necessary. Attends all mandatory education programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety and regulatory compliance. Attends all required department-specific education and training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to department safety and specific job related hazards. Follows the hospital infection control plans including blood-borne and airborne pathogens.
Complies with the corporate compliance plan, code of ethics and code of conduct. Adheres to the corporate format for reporting all accidents including workers compensation claims. Able to locate manuals for the department, safety, facility wide policies and procedures, infection control, and material safety data sheets. Attire is professional, neat, clean, and appropriate for the work environment. Wears proper identification while on duty. Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times as observed by peers and management. Reports to work on time and meets acceptable standard for attendance.
