Athletic Trainer (Part Time) 24hrs/week

Athletic Trainer (Part Time) 24hrs/week Wakefield, MA Job Details Part-time $24.65 - $30.82 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Free parking 403(b) matching Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance 403(b) Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Treatment plan development Direct patient care Medical documentation Suture removal Certified Athletic Trainer Bachelor of Science Patient assessment Triage BLS Certification Mid-level Working with high schoolers Diagnostic evaluation Preventive health (patient care) Bachelor's degree Basic life support Therapeutic exercise techniques Patient progress monitoring Budgeting Athletic Training JCAHO Managing patient records Care coordination Referral coordination Post-operative care Rehabilitation and recovery (patient care) Health education and counseling AED Certification Full Job Description Melrose/Wakefield Hospital , part of the Tufts Medicine system, has been offering the highest quality and accessible healthcare to the local community for over 130 years. With two hospital campuses, Level III Trauma Center, Level III Special Care Nursery, Breast Health Center, Cardiovascular Center and over 20 locations and 50 specialties, Melrose/Wakefield Hospital offers many opportunities to grow your career. If you are passionate about providing care in your local community, come join our team at Melrose/Wakefield Hospital . Why Join Us? Competitive salaries Medical, dental, vision insurance that start on day one 403(b) retirement plan with company match Generous earned time benefits Tuition reimbursement Clinical mobility tracks Free on-campus parking

Location:

Local area high school

Hours:

24 hours - days/evenings and weekends as needed Job Overview This position provides, within the legal limitations, medical and rehabilitative care to patients. This position is educated in preventative, rehabilitative and emergency care to assist patients achieve optimal functioning using various therapeutic exercises, activities, modalities, and skills. Performs initial evaluations, coordinates treatment plans and monitors progress, refers patient as necessary to appropriate sources for care. This position will comply with the policy and procedures of the department, organization, and JCAHO requirements. This position may work with high school students at their training facilities or on the field and will follow all applicable school policies. Minimum Qualifications 1. Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field. 2. Board of Certification (BOC) for Athletic Trainers OR must be eligible. 3. Athletic Training license or must be eligible to become licensed within 6 months of hire. 4. Basic Life Support (BLS) certified. 5. Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certified. Duties and Responsibilities The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. 1. Performs initial evaluation of patients, which includes obtaining medical history and performing physical examinations. 2. Presents this information and confers with attending physicians to determine treatment plan. 3. Coordinates elements of treatment plan and monitors patient progress and adherence to treatment plan. 4. Ensures that equipment or therapies recommended are obtained or carried out in a reasonable time. 5. Provides routine medical care such as minor dressing changes, suture or staple removal for a post-operative patient. 6. Provides health education and health maintenance services. 7. Responsible for triage and referral to appropriate source when primary care patients present with new symptoms. 8. Maintains adequate medical records on all injuries and rehabilitation procedures. 9. Assists with a variety of non-essential & non-clinical tasks to support the quality of care within the Department. 10. If assigned to work with high school students the following may apply: Develop plans for providing athletic training coverage at all interscholastic athletic events identified in the athletic training contract; Establish and maintain a budget for athletic training supplies/equipment; Develop comprehensive venue and condition specific emergency action plans; Establish a working relationship with a designated team physician, community physicians, and school nursing staff; Comply with all policies regarding health care delivery as indicated by the school systems regulations and outlined in the school's athletic training program policies and procedures manual where applicable; Complete annual concussion training per state requirements. About Melrose/Wakefield Hospital Melrose/Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford are two campuses with one community in mind: the people of north suburban Boston. Melrose/Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital are distinguished by the range of high-quality clinical care and services. Our teams welcome everyone with hospitality and humanity. We focus on reducing health disparities through 40+ local health programs across a system of hospitals, urgent care locations, outpatient services, and community physicians. Core to our values, Melrose/Wakefield Hospital's commitment to community is demonstrated by our many local health programs throughout our service area and participation in partnerships with community agencies and events, and education programs in more than 10 communities to support the wellness and health of our residents. At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.

Pay Range :

$24.65 - $30.82