Athletic Trainer - Certified (ATC)

Doctor's of Physical Therapy is hiring, and offering a sign-on bonus! Full-time Licensed and Certified ATC to provide High School sports medicine outreach for Ankeny Community School District.

Qualified candidate will with work closely with incumbent ATC to expand event and training room coverage for growing High School and Middle School programs.

This position will average 40 hours / week.

Candidate will provide afternoon and evening High School and / or Middle School event coverage, daily training room and practice coverage.

Must be skilled in injury assessment and first aid care, possess exceptional verbal and written communication skills, and work effectively with all members of the Athletics Department.

Candidates will work daily to communicate athlete status to coaches, parents, and school nurse and coordinate necessary referrals with physicians, specialists, and physical therapy.

New grads are welcome to apply! Who we are : Doctors of Physical Therapy is owned and operated by a physical therapist, with the main goal to consistently help patients achieve faster, long term relief.

It is our dedication to excellent patient care that will sustain our reputation and help us improve the lives of thousands of patients.

Full time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes : Salary 47k and upMedical Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance401kSign On BonusAttainable Bonus ProgramPTOPaid HolidaysMentorships Position Purpose : This position is responsible for the evaluation and progression of treatment of patients of all ages and abilities suffering from injuries or illnesses affecting physical functionality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Point of contact for school based programs and contact for services withinthose contracts.

Effective at building positive referral relationships with the coaches, program and physician offices through timely communication with all parties.

Administers concussion protocol for school athletes including identification of signs / symptoms including effective communication with player, coaches, parents, nurses, and physicians.

This includes return-to-play criteria set by the state athletic association.Identifies which athletic injuries are appropriate for physical therapy referralDocumentation of treatment and communication to ensure excellent outcomes for that patient populationReviews physician's referral (prescription) and patient's condition andTests and measures patient's strength, motor development, sensoryUnderstand the unique features, rules, and regulations, of the WorkersUnderstand Doctors of Physical Therapy's lines of service, how to performPlans and prepares written treatment program based on evaluation ofInstructs, motivates, and assists patient to perform various physicalAdministers treatments involving application of physical agents, usingEvaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments toRecords treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart andInstructs patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued atCompletes all required patient documentation, charging andConfers with physician and other practitioners to obtain additional patientPerforms other position-related duties as assigned, depending on Other Responsibilities Complete required company orientationFollow clinic and OSHA safety rules and proceduresUphold HIPAA regulationsPunctual and dependent for assigned shifts Working Conditions Evening and weekend work may be required in order to fit patient schedules.

The job is physically demanding.

Athletic Trainers are required to stand for long periods of time.

They spend considerable time stooping, kneeling, bending and crouching.

ATCs move heavy equipment.

They assist with patient transfers and lifts or help them turn, stand or walk.

Must follow proper body mechanics and procedures for lifting / moving patients.