Prisma Health Lexington , SC 29071
Posted 2 weeks ago
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Job Summary
The Athletic Trainer works under the supervision of the Sports Medicine Medical Director, area team physician, Manager of Athletic Training and Supervisor of Athletic Training. Individual must be BOC certified and possess current state of athletic training certification. NPI number required. The individual in this position performs a wide variety of duties requiring specific knowledge of the hospital's policies and procedures. S/He is expected to meet the hospital's professional, clinical, technical, communication and documentation requirements and standards and to make decisions based on established guidelines. S/He is required to demonstrate competent professionalism and courtesy during frequent interactions with management/administration, doctors, allied healthcare professionals, patients, general public and local schools, hospitals and sports teams.
Bonus
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Accountabilities
Demonstrates basic knowledge of diagnosis / conditions seen in the profession of athletic training
Selects, performs and interprets the results of ATC examinations of neurological, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular and pulmonary systems
Accurately performs and interprets standardized assessments as determined by appropriateness of athlete
Identifies actual or potential problems that would impact the ATC treatment regimen as well as the overall interdisciplinary plan of care (such as cognitive deficits, family situation, etc.)
Establishes specific treatment goals based on the results of the initial assessment
Designs the treatment plan appropriate for the athlete's age, educational level, cultural background
Designs the plan for intervention that is coordinated and integrated with other services the athlete is receiving (such as MD visits, MRI, etc.)
Revises the treatment plan as appropriate
Implements and manages a specific and comprehensive treatment plan
Demonstrates good working knowledge of various athletic training techniques, flexibility and creativity in the implementation of these athletic training techniques
Interacts regularly with others involved in the athlete's care to incorporate an interdisciplinary treatment approach for coordinated quality care
Demonstrates awareness and use of proper safety measures regarding the athletes, others in the athletic training room and himself/herself
Maintains and organizes all safety equipment as directed.
Reassesses athlete's status in response to treatment and goals achievement, redefines problems and modifies goals and treatment as indicated by the treatment plan
Provides information regarding follow-up services which may include a referral to other Prisma Health/community resources (such as MD, MRI, etc.)
Provides any written instruction for home exercises or care as indicated
Teaches, counsels and communicates with athletes, their families, coaches and others to achieve the desired outcomes
Interacts with athletes, coaches, families and colleagues to enlist their informed cooperation in establishing programs to insure the safe return to play of that athlete
Supports and provides educational material to athletes, coaches, parents, community at large on injury management and prevention
Participates in follow-up care once the athlete is ready to return to play
Complies with departmental policies for documentation
Monthly report of all student/community athletes / staff sent to Team Physician as designated by Clinic MD, follow-up services ordered and where the service was performed
Monthly report on services provided at the high school
Documents all aspects of assessment, planning, treatment and discharge in the treatment log in a timely manner
Daily treatment records are noted in the daily log and are clear and professional in their terminology
Athlete's assessment notes are succinct and contain information regarding progress to date and focus on further treatments
Productivity
Assists with additional coverage when schedule permits. Does follow-up calls with parents regarding athlete's treatment and recovery.
Shadows a Sports Medicine MD and his medical assistant at least 8 hours per week in summer. (Log of hours presented to coordinator at monthly staff meetings)
Volunteer for community events as identified by Prisma Health Community Relations/Marketing and Coordinator of Sports Medicine/Athletic Training Services. (Log of events participated in presented at annual review. If not presented then, no credit on the events will be given.)
Presenter at local / state / regional level on Athletic Training Topics. Coordinates a local / state / regional program on Athletic Training Topics
Participates in sessions with Mobile Care or Emergency Services for coordination of care of injured athlete
Coordinates / arranges sessions with Mobile Care or other local EMT / Emergency Services for coordination of care of injured athlete
Provides supervision to Student Athletic Trainers and/or Intern Athletic Trainers
Exercises sound judgment in delegating tasks to Student Athletic Trainers and/or Intern Athletic Trainers
Provides feedback on performance in a professional, tactful and beneficial manner
Completes an orientation to the high school facilities for the student/intern
Coordinates with appropriate people for an effective learning experience
Hospital, Department and Team Responsibilities
Works with community relations and Marketing Department of Prisma Health
Attends staff meetings and mandatory meetings as scheduled
Completes mandatory computer based training annually and in a timely manner
Completes PPD testing procedures by the end of the employee's birth month
Completes assignments in a timely and thorough manner
Assists with care and maintenance of departmental equipment and supplies
Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, safety standards, environmental and infection control standards
Completes projects in a reasonably established amount of time
Coordinates with other school personnel and parents / guardians to get HIPAA Consent and Consent to Treat signed and back in a timely manner
Functions as a mentor and consultant for new staff members
Supervisory/Management Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Required Licensures
In lieu of the education and/or experience requirements indicated above, candidates hired prior to July 1, 2022 may qualify with a Bachelors Degree and 0 years of experience. Any candidates hired between July 1, 2022 and June 30, 2023 may qualify with a Bachelors degree and 1 year of applicable experience. After July 1, 2023 candidates may qualify with a Bachelors Degree and 2 years of applicable experience, if a Masters Degree has not been obtained
Other required skills/experience
Knowledge of office equipment
Data entry and mathematical skills
Knowledge of patient equipment such as vitals, suction, and defibrillators
Knowledge of basic SM equipment
Work Shift
Variable (United States of America)
Location
104 Saluda Pointe Dr Lexington
Facility
3953 ATC
Department
39531000 ATC
Midlands
Practice Operations
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