Athletic Trainer - PRN

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Work Shift Job Summary:

The position works under the supervision of the Director, Sports Medicine (Physician) and the Head Athletic Trainer. Provides athletic training services to student-athletes at designated high school and in accordance with the Georgia Practice Act. Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills in applying a detailed knowledge of the responsibilities, functions and structure of the department and of the larger institution. Works independently in organizing and prioritizing work, ensuring procedures, systems and orderly and timely flow of work through the office with the Residency Program Director. Works independently in organizing and prioritizing sports medicine care at designated high school. Makes decisions within prescribed limits of authority, in the absence of the Director, Sports Medicine.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

ATHLETIC TRAINER ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Provides evaluation of athletic injuries to high school athletes, preventive and supportive taping of high school athletes and instructs taping techniques. Educates athletes, coaches and parents about preventing injuries and appropriate treatment for injuries and illnesses. Coordinates scheduling for radiologic studies, patient clinic appointments, lectures to outside groups (Georgia Athletic Trainers, HOSA Classes) and visits to local high school athletic directors and/or coaches. Provides athletic training coverage for assigned school with schedule to be determined.

FIRST IMPRESSION

Smiles and makes eye contact with patients and customers using AIDET. Conveys enthusiasm and sincerity through positive verbal communication, facial expression, and body language. Presents a professional appearance through adherence to dress code and personal hygiene.

COURTESY

Always addresses patient by their name and is warm and friendly. Refrains from loud laughing and inappropriate conversation. Provides proper identification in personal and telephone communication.

PROMPTNESS

Attends to patient and customer needs in a timely manner as prescribed by department policy. Demonstrates time management skills and seeks to improve timely service. Provides services to patients and customers on time apologizing for any delays, provides appropriate explanation and seeks to re-establish new expectations with customer. Answers telephone within three rings in a courteous manner as prescribed by department policy.

RESPECT FOR DIGNITY

Explains procedures to patients/family/S.O. in easy to understand terms. Respects the patients right to privacy by only discussing clinically relevant information in appropriate surrounding. (Patients Bill of Rights). Shares information, work knowledge, and/or experience with co-workers, physicians, and students in a non-threatening manner.

ATTENTION TO INDIVIDUAL NEEDS

Recognizes and responds to patient needs and honors commitment made to others. Shares responsibilities, offers assistance to co-workers, and promptly responds to requests. Sensitive to, but not limited to age, cultural, religious, sexual, racial, gender diversity. Seeks to make every patient and customer feel welcome and important. Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education:

Bachelor's Degree Athletic Training from an accredited college or university Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. BLS - Basic Life Support from American Red Cross or American Heart Association AT -

Athletic Trainer Required Minimum Experience:

Minimum 2 years experience in outreach setting

Preferred Required Minimum Skills:

Ability to follow and interpret departmental and organizational policies and procedures Provide athletic training services for practices and home athletic contests. Provide athletic training services for away varsity football games. Provide athletic training services for playoff contests (home and away). Act as a liaison between department Director, team physicians, student-athletes, coaches, athletic directors, fellow athletic trainers, and parents. Maintain injury/treatment log for student-athletes and submit periodic reports to department Director as scheduled. Development and oversight of high school student athletic trainers. Attend any in-service activities/monthly meetings offered through assigned WellStar hospital. Secure, stock, and maintain a clean and organized Athletic Training Room. Maintain inventory of supplies. Promote athletic and sports safety in the community and assist Medical Director/Head Athletic Trainer with implementation of all aspects of program. Participates in professional development activities and maintains licensure and other professional affiliations. Plan and implement Physicals for student athletes in conjunction with assigned schools, hospital, and physicians as determined by WellStar facility. Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more. Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia's largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 24,000+ of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life - and our team members are the foundation of that care. Mission, Vision & Values At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients' and team members' expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery.

OUR MISSION

To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.

OUR VISION

Deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time.

OUR VALUES

We serve with compassion We pursue excellence We honor every voice Culture of Excellence Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world-class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality. Featured on the FORTUNE "100 Best Companies to Work For" list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top-notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.