What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer position at Maria Parham Health?
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Maria Parham Health
Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. With 205 licensed beds, Maria Parham Health is equipped for every health care need one can encounter. We are fully licensed by Joint Commission, the College of American Pathologists, and Rated Highest In-Patient Safety from Leapfrog.
Where We Are:
Henderson offers a great outdoors, including the region's largest lake, providing endless hours of fun boating, fishing, water skiing and camping. Throw in great golfing, hunting and two fantastic recreational organizations and you may find yourself having a hard time deciding what to do next!
Why Choose Us:
- Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
- Competitive Paid Time Off, PTO cash out, and PTO donation programs
- Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
- Loan Repayment and Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
- Robust employee recognition and awards programs
- And much more…
Position Summary
Recognizes, manages, and rehabilitates injuries to professional, amateur and recreational athletes. Provides techniques for prevention of injuries and instructs/trains on safe exercise techniques.
Reports to: Rehab Services Director
Responsibilities of the Position
Implements treatment and rehabilitation programs under the supervision of a physician.
Prepares athletes/patients for practice or competition.
Evaluates and manages injuries and determines whether a referral is necessary. Maintains a medical file on each athletes/patients and acts as a liaison between the physician and the athletes/patients.
Develops conditioning programs for injured and non-injured athletes/patients.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree is required.
Certifications/Licenses
Athletic Training certification/BOC certified and state certification or registration is required.
Basic Cardiac Life Support certification with the American Heart Association is required within 2 weeks of hire.
Required Skills
Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
EEOC Statement
Maria Parham Health is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
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