The Certified Athletic Trainer will provide athletic training services in accordance with state athletic training practice act. They will maintain appropriate general treatment orders to be reviewed annually and approved by the physician. They will act as liaison between family physicians and specialists, athletes, and their parents, as needed. They will act as a liaison between athlete, medical assistant, physician, or physician office staff. They will maintain accurate records of injuries, treatments, and referrals in the injury tracking and referral electronic health record program. They will assist in promotional events for the sports medicine program as needed. They will cover outside events such as tournaments, races, etc. as needed. They will ensure provision of safe, competent services to the following age groups within or outside of the hospital.
Minimum Education, Training and Experience
Certified Athletic Trainer
Board of Certification- Board of Certification for Athletic Trainer
BLS
Bachelor's Degree from accredited Athletic Training program
Previous Athletic Training experience preferred
Work Experience
Education
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