Athletic Trainer - Sparrow Eaton Hospital

Description:

Positions Location: Charlotte, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

To provide appropriate preventative and post-injury treatment to athletes. Work in a safe manner consistent with safety policies.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Complies with governmental standards and regulations.

• Maintains accurate documentation of student-athlete evaluation and treatment.

• Works with the school system to assess the athlete's level of functioning and progress including range of motion measurements; recommends changes to the treatment plan of care and/or discharge as appropriate.

• Instructs athlete on proper home exercise program and use of rehabilitative equipment.

• Order and maintain High School Athletic supplies and equipment.

• Maintains communication with other health care professionals to facilitate quality patient care; reports abnormal physiological changes.

• Assist athletic director with maintaining sports physicals forms.

• Perform wrestling skin-fold assessments, alpha weigh-ins and serve as the nutrition liason for the wrestling program, if requested.

• Participate in the parent/student athlete "Meet the Team" meeting.

• Refers patient to other hospital services when appropriate.

• Performs appropriate ATC duties as directed.

• Attends staff meetings and in-service programs as required.

• Supports and serves as a role model for our mission, vision, values, and customer service initiatives. Adheres to the organization's policies & procedures, and compliance guidelines.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

General Requirements • Current BOC certification as an Athletic Trainer • Current State of Michigan Licensure as an Athletic Trainer. • Current BLS certification Work Experience • Three (3) years clinical sports medicine experience • Three (3) years AT experience in a high school or college Education • Graduate of an accredited Athletic Training Program Specialized Knowledge and Skills • Interpersonal skills to effectively and appropriately communicate with parents, student athletes, team physicians, coaches, athletic director, patients, families, and other healthcare associates. • Demonstrate excellent verbal, written and oral communication skills. • Demonstrates professional appearance. • Mental ability to adapt and respond to multiple priorities and demands, deal with the concerns of athletes and their families, and handle pressures related to emergency situations.

Sparrow Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Location: Sparrow Eaton Hospital

Activation Date: Thursday, March 21, 2024

Expiration Date: Monday, July 1, 2024

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