Athletic Trainer for Physical Therapy- New Grads welcome!

Job Description

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepares patient for treatment to include assisting with undressing / dressing, and putting on and removing any supportive devices such as splints, slings and braces
• Assists with treatment as directed by the Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant as allowed in the State Practice Act
• Safeguards, motivates and assists patients in practicing exercises and functional activities under the direct supervision of a physical therapist
• Provides services to include heat / cold modalities, prevention of injury, bracing and taping as allowed in the State Practices Act
• Tests and measures to evaluate athletic injuries and administers exercises for reconditioning of athletes
• Communicates with supervisor and other health care interdisciplinary team members regarding patient’s response to treatment
• Keeps treatment areas clean, organized and unobstructed, cleans equipment after treatment
• Maintains adequate supply of inventory and organizes treatment area
• Changes linens when applicable between patients
• Treats all patients with respect and maintains confidentiality of patient information

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor Degree in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine or related field
• ATC Maine State Board of Certification
• 1-3 years of clinical experience in the outpatient setting preferred
• Demonstrates effective communication methods either, written, verbal, non-verbal or electronic
• Listens to and acknowledges the concerns of patients and peers
• Interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and other health care providers
• Makes effective decisions that reflect clear and logical thinking
• Demonstrates flexibility in examining new approaches in response to changing organizational objectives
• Identifies and works proactively to solve problems
• Prioritizes work activity based on department demands to complete assignments within designated timeframes with little to no supervision
• Demonstrates behavior that protects the safety of self / others of the department and equipment
• Continued education appropriate to the position to maintain a competent level of practice

SCHEDULE

Fulltime at 40 hours per week

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