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Clinical Athletic Trainer Employment Type:

Full-Time/Must speak English Job Summary We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinical Athletic Trainer to join our chiropractic wellness and rehabilitation team. The Clinical Athletic Trainer will provide comprehensive patient care in a clinical setting while working collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical assessment and rehabilitation skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Responsibilities will include evaluating musculoskeletal injuries, developing and implementing individualized rehabilitation programs, assisting with clinical procedures, and maintaining accurate patient documentation.

Key Responsibilities Patient Assessment:

Evaluate acute and chronic orthopedic and musculoskeletal injuries and conditions across a diverse patient population.

Rehabilitation:

Develop, implement, and monitor individualized therapeutic exercise and rehabilitation programs based on patient needs and treatment goals.

Clinical Support:

Provide a variety of appropriate therapeutic interventions. Assist physicians and other providers with clinical procedures, examinations, and patient education.

Patient Care:

Educate patients on injury prevention, rehabilitation exercises, treatment plans, home-care instructions, and safe return-to-activity guidelines.

Care Coordination:

Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate treatment plans and monitor patient progress.

Documentation:

Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive patient records and electronic medical records (EMR) in accordance with organizational policies and professional standards.

Follow-Up:

Monitor patient response to treatment, communicate changes in condition or progress to the appropriate healthcare providers, and modify rehabilitation plans as directed.

Professional Practice:

Maintain current knowledge of athletic training, orthopedic rehabilitation, injury prevention, and evidence-based clinical practices.

Qualifications & Skills Education:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Athletic Training from an accredited college or university.

Certification:

Current Board of Certification (BOC) certification as an Athletic Trainer.

Licensure:

Current state Athletic Trainer license or eligibility to obtain licensure in the applicable state.

Life Support Certification:

Current CPR/AED certification; additional life-support certification may be required based on organizational standards.

Clinical Knowledge:

Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, orthopedic assessment, injury management, and rehabilitation principles.

Communication:

Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and patient-education skills.

Technology:

Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) and standard clinical documentation systems.

Teamwork:

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary healthcare environment.

Professionalism:

Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, ethical practice, and high-quality clinical care. Preferred Qualifications Previous clinical experience in sports medicine, orthopedics, physical therapy, or rehabilitation. Familiarity with injury prevention, return-to-play/return-to-activity protocols, and evidence-based rehabilitation practices. Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$23.00 - $27.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 32.0 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

clinical rehabilitation: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

English (Required)

License/Certification:

Certified Athletic Trainer (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Lutz, FL 33558 (Required)

Work Location:

In person