Description

In this role, the clinical athletic trainer works under the direct supervision and responsibility of a physician while reporting to the clinic manager. ATC will assist staff, providers, residents and medical students with patient care, clerical, and organizational tasks using a team-based approach in providing patient care. 

Responsibilities

 - Performs a thorough medical history on each patient.
-  Review of medications and allergies, and how quality of life is affected.
-  Performs an appropriate physical examination on each patient seen, including range of motion testing, strength testing, sensation testing, palpation, functional testing, ligamentous testing, and special tests as needed.
-  Orders and interpret diagnostic studies under the direction of a physician, including radiographs, MRIs, EMG studies, CT scans, diagnostic ultrasounds, rehabilitation referrals, and physician referrals.
-  Provides educational responsibilities specific to the needs of each individual patient, including exercise instruction and demonstration and answering patient questions regarding the treatment plan, surgery, rehabilitation and future care.
-  Prepares patient for treatment/procedure in a timely manner.
-  Performs treatment/procedures/casting/bracing according to established guidelines.
-  Prepare and assist the physician with injection procedures done in the office
-  Follows OSHA guidelines regarding body substance, isolation, disposal of sharps, etc.
-  Documents accurately and timely in patient's record, all treatment/procedures done and initials documentation.
-  Performs a wide variety of direct, technical care functions and delivers athletic training services for orthopedics and sports medicine.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Experience: One year

Credentials:
* Athletic Trainer
* Florida - National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certificate 
* BLS with American Heart Association or American Red Cross