Athletic Trainer
Company: Carilion Clinic
Location: Roanoke
Posted on: May 9, 2024
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Job Description:
The Athletic Trainer will work with athletes to prevent athletic
injury and enhance performance using knowledge of nutrition,
hygiene, psychology, conditioning and protective equipment. Develop
training programs to prevent injuries and examine athletes injuries
while also showing them techniques to build their strength and
avoid future or further injury. They will be a point of contact
between area athletic programs and the physician practice. They
will support Carilions hallmarks of service excellence and quality
for all job responsibilities. Provide support for clinical and
medical staff in the delivery of quality medical care. Assist with
patient care as directed by the physician and clinical staff within
scope of training.* Demonstrates ability to perform the following
functions regarding athletic injuries: prevention, assessment,
treatment (including first aid) and reconditioning.* Collects data
and performs patient assessment to include height, weight, vital
signs, chief complaint, current medications, etc.* Carries out all
prescribed treatments and recommendations by the physician to treat
and rehabilitate athletic injuries.* Maintains work area, exam,
treatment rooms, x-ray rooms and lab in a clean, safe manner;
restock with supplies and instruments; sterilize reusable equipment
as needed.* Observes all safety precautions and standards; assures
proper disposal of specimens and contaminated waste.* Provides
patient and community education in the areas of sports injury
prevention and care.* Completes all documentation in a timely
manner.* Serves as a liaison between patient/athlete, physician,
physician office staff and school personnel.*What We
Require:**Education: *Bachelors degree in health related field
required.*Experience:* One year in athletic training setting
preferred.*Licensure, certification, and/or registration:
*Licensure as an Athletic Trainer with the Virginia Department of
Health Professions and certification through the National Athletic
Training Board of Certification required. AHA BLS-HCP
required.*Other Minimum Qualifications: *Effective interpersonal
skills to communicate both in person and in writing in order to
interact with management, doctors, professional staff, patients,
general public and local schools and sports teams. Keyboarding and
utilization of automated computer systems required, including
electronic medical records. Must be able to assist with or transfer
athletes of various weight/heights. Must be able to stand for long
periods of time, have good mobility skills and be able to walk long
distances.Carilion Total RewardsWhat matters to you is important to
uslike benefits, rewards, and resources to improve your life.
Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being
to help you develop and thrive. When you make your tomorrow with
us, well enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself.
Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:*
Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary
403B)* Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits* Paid Time
Off (accrued from day one)* Onsite fitness studios and discounts to
our Carilion Wellness centers* Access to our health and wellness
app, Virgin Pulse* Discounts on childcare* Continued education and
trainingEqual Opportunity EmployerMinorities/Females/Protected
Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender
IdentityCarilion Clinic is a drug-free workplace.Job Type:
Full-timePay: From $18.70 per hourBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental
insurance* Employee assistance program* Employee discount* Flexible
spending account* Health insurance* Health savings account* Life
insurance* Paid time off* Parental leave* Referral program*
Retirement plan* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceSchedule:*
Monday to Friday* Weekends as neededWork Location: In personby
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