Athletic Trainer Position Available In Broward, Florida

Job Description:

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day ShiftDescription:

Full TimeAthletic Trainer$5,000 Sign on BonusPosition PurposeAthleticTrainer (Ortho Medical Group) – As a part of the health care team,services provided by athletic trainers include primary care, injuryand illness prevention, wellness promotion and education,examination and clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention andrehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions.

What you willdo:

• Performs a thorough medical history on each patient, including;a thorough history of theinjury or condition, primary complaint,pain level assessment, past medical history,review of medicationsand allergies, and how quality of life is affected
• Performs anappropriate physical examination on each patient seen, including;range ofmotion testing, strength testing, sensation testing,palpation, functional testing,ligamentous testing, and specialtests as needed
• Orders and interpret diagnostic studies under thedirection of a physician, including;radiographs, MRIs, EMG studies,CT scans, diagnostic ultrasounds, rehabilitationreferrals, andphysician referrals
• Provides educational responsibilities inspecific to the needs of each individual patient,including;exercise instruction and demonstration and answering patientquestions in regards to the treatment plan, surgery, rehabilitationand future care
• Prepares patient for treatment/procedure in atimely manner.
• Performs treatment/procedures according toestablished guidelines
• Prepare and assist the physician withinjection procedures done in the office
• Follows OSHA guidelinesregarding body substance, isolation, disposal of sharps, etc.
• Documents accurately and timely in patient’s record, alltreatment/procedures done andinitials documentation.

MinimumQualifications:

• bachelor’s degree in athletic training, PhysicalEducation, or Exercise Science or healthrelated professionrequired. Master’s Degree preferred.
• Current CPR/AED from AmericanHeart Association certification required.
• First AssistCertification highly preferred.

LICENSURE

• Nationally certifiedathletic trainer (ATC) and Florida state licensure requiredPositionHighlights and Benefits Comprehensive benefit packages available, including medical,dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, and education assistance We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as acompassionate and transforming healing presence within ourcommunities We live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support eachother in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully,and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, wetrust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuouslearners communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, anddirectly,

Ministry/Facility Information:

Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is afull-service, non-profit Catholic hospital, sponsored by theSisters of Mercy and a member of Trinity Health. We are committed to providing compassionate and holisticperson-centered care. We are the only Catholic hospital in Broward and Palm Beachcounties and are not for profit. We are part of Trinity Health, oneof the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care deliverysystems in the nation. Together, we serve people and communities in21 states from coast to coast, providing nearly 2.8 million visitsannually. Comprehensive benefits that start on your first day of work Retirement savings program with employer matching Legal InfoWeare an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate againstany employee or applicant for employment because of race, color,sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, genderidentity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any otherfederal, state or local protected class.

Our Commitment to Diversityand Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit,Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundationof our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, andinclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different livedexperiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we becomeour best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides themost accessible and equitable care for those we serve. TrinityHealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicantswill receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationalorigin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any otherstatus protected by law.

Associated topics:

athletic director,athletic trainer, director of athletics, fitness director, fitnessinstructor, wellness director, wellness instructor