Athletic Trainer Assistant - Higher Ed. jobs in Wyoming

Athletic Trainer Assistant - Higher Ed. provides physical therapy and aids in the care and rehabilitation of student athletes. Attends athletic events to provide trainer care if necessary. Being an Athletic Trainer Assistant - Higher Ed. offers advice on preventing injuries and co-teaches athletic training classes. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Athletic Trainer Assistant - Higher Ed. typically reports to the Head Athletic Trainer. Requires an Athletic Trainer certification. Athletic Trainer Assistant - Higher Ed.'s years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Assistant Athletic Trainer
  • Premier Bone & Joint Centers
  • Laramie, WY FULL_TIME
  • Description

    This position will primarily provide services to Laramie High School with some collegiate recreational sports game coverage as needed. The successful candidate will assist with injury prevention programs, and the evaluation, diagnosis, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. There will be some administrative tasks such as keeping medical records, assisting with sports budgets, and meeting with coaches and administrators.


    Essential Duties & Responsibilities

    Provide Athletic Training services including the following:

    • Onsite care and management of injuries and illnesses including: prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation.
    • Assess risk of injury, perform ergonomic evaluation and coaching, self-care implementation and overall wellness promotion.
    • Documentation of all athlete encounters through the electronic document system.
    • Coordinate and implement injury prevention programs and customized preventative strategies and programs to each athlete.
    • Minimize risk of injury through awareness, education and prevention strategies.
    • Provide accommodation recommendations, related to sport, for student athletes with restrictions or limitations.
    • Communicate with parents, physicians and athletic staff regarding the injury status of athletes.
    • Carry out medical care for assigned student-athletes per the sports medicine standard operating procedures.
    • Determine plan/no play status with respect to musculoskeletal orthopedic injuries, concussions, head injuries, and other non-musculoskeletal illness or injury (in concert with PBJC physician, if necessary).
    • Manage concussion and head injuries in compliance with concussion protocol provided by athletic participant’s sports organization (i.e. University of High School).
    • Competition Coverage on site and during travel/away games as schedule allows.
    • Accept responsibility for patient care; provide care in a manner which exemplifies ethical conduct per the NATA Code of Ethics.
    • Provide conditioning and flexibility training suggestions to coaching staff.
    • Be available for Athletic Training duties at direction of and under supervising physician.
    • Be available to travel to weekend events as a PBJC representative.
    • Complete special projects as assigned.

    Information Processing

    Technical

    • Use computer to perform department functions, i.e. forms, data entry, e-mail.

    Interpersonal Skills

    Compassion

    • Demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with other, including students, parents, co-workers, and visitors

    Flexibility/Stressful Situation/Work Flow

    • Respond with flexibility to changing workload and/or patient assignments, able to be organized and function under stressful situations.
    • React calmly and effectively in emergency situations

    Analyzing Skills

    • Analyze situations accurately, make decisions to bring a favorable resolution, and take effective action; seek out help when appropriate.

    Prioritize

    • Prioritize work activities and handle multiple tasks at once

    Working Relationships

    • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, co-workers, and the public, that harbor a friendly, yet professional interaction.
    • Demonstrate willingness to readily interact with other staff members and departments.

    Initiative

    • Exhibit initiative and self-directed behavior.
    • Accept responsibility for own professional growth and personal conduct.

    Training/Mentor

    • Assist in training as needed.

    Other Duties

    • Perform other duties as directed/required to ensure efficient operation of Premier Bone & Joint Centers

    Adherence to Facility/Departmental Policy

    • Onsite care and management of injuries and illnesses including prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation
    • Assess risk of injury, perform ergonomic evaluation and coaching, self-care implementation and overall wellness promotion
    • Documentation of all athlete encounters through the electronic document system
    • Coordinate and implement injury prevention programs and customized preventative strategies and programs to each athlete
    • Minimize risk of injury through awareness, education and prevention strategies
    • Provide accommodation recommendations, related to sport, for student athletes with restrictions or limitations
    • Communicate with parents, physicians and athletic staff regarding the injury status of athletes
    • Carry out medical care for assigned student-athletes per the sports medicine standard operating procedures
    • Determine plan/no play status with respect to musculoskeletal orthopedic injuries, concussions, head injuries, and other non-musculoskeletal illness or injury (in concert with PBJC physician, if necessary)
    • Manage concussion and head injuries in compliance with concussion protocol provided by athletic participant’s sports organization (i.e. University of High School)
    • Competition Coverage on site and during travel/away games as schedule allows
    • Accept responsibility for patient care; provide care in a manner which exemplifies ethical conduct per the NATA Code of Ethics
    • Provide conditioning and flexibility training suggestions to coaching staff
    • Be available for Athletic Training duties at direction of and under supervising physician
    • Be available to travel to weekend events as a PBJC representative
    • Complete special projects as assigned

    Care of Environment, Equipment & Supplies

    Clean, Neat, Safe Environment

    • Maintain a clean, neat, and safe environment for patients and staff, including personal work areas.

    Requirements

    Education

    Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree - Athletic Training - Required


    Certification & Licensures

    License - Athletic Trainer in the State of Wyoming - Required

    CPR Certification - BLS for Healthcare Provider - Required

    Membership - National Athletic Trainers’ Association -- Preferred


    Physical Requirements

    Seeing

    • Must be able to read patient documentation, use a computer, and visually evaluate patient during rehabilitation process -- Constant

    Hearing

    • Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with physicians, medical staff, physical therapy staff, administrative staff, and patients/families - Constant

    Speaking

    • Must be able to verbally communicate with physicians, medical staff, physical therapy staff, administrative staff, and patients/families - Constant

    Grasping

    • Must be able to write and type, to use hands and fingers to aid in patient rehabilitation, and to maneuver rehabilitation equipment - Constant

    Bending/Crouching

    • Must be able to lower one’s body in order to aid patients during rehabilitation program or maneuver rehabilitation equipment - Frequently

    Standing - Frequently

    Sitting - Frequently


    Weight Demands

    Lifting

    • Must be able to lift 10 pounds or less - Frequently

    Lifting

    • Must be able to lift 11 – 75 pounds - Occasionally

    Lifting

    • Must be able to lift 76 pounds or more - Occasionally

    Pushing/Pulling

    • Must be able to aid in patient movement during rehabilitation program and maneuver rehabilitation equipment - Occasionally


    Working Conditions

    Environmental Hazards

    • The fast-paced environment may lead to increased levels of personal stress and demand high mental acuity.

    Physical Hazards

    • Physical harm is possible when performing physical requirements, as listed above.
    • Exposure to communicable disease, bodily fluids, and/or toxic substances is possible and can be physically harmful.

    Unique Work Schedule/Travel

    • May be required to work after hours, on weekends, or holidays.
    • May be required to provide services outside the clinical setting (i.e. at University or High School athletic events), or travel to offices throughout the state.

    Employee Statement of Understanding

    I have read and understand the job description for my position. I am able to perform all of the essential functions of this position.

    I agree to comply with the corporate compliance policy and all laws, rules, regulations and standards of conduct related to my position. As an employee, I understand my duty to report any suspected violations of the law or the standards of conduct to my immediate supervisor.

    As an employee, I will strive to uphold the mission and vision of the organization. All employees are required to adhere to the values in all their interactions with patients, customers, and fellow employees.

    Note: This description is intended to describe the general job duties and employment requirements for adequate job performance, and should not be interpreted as an exhaustive report. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned at the discretion of the employees’ supervisor.

  • 1 Month Ago

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Certified Athletic Trainer
  • Gillette Physical Therapy
  • Gillette, WY FULL_TIME
  • Gillette Physical Therapy is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer: join an experienced team of ATCs working in tandem with an extremely reputable Physical Therapy group in Gillette, Wyoming. Hiring im...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Certified Athletic Trainer
  • Physical Rehabilitation Network
  • Gillette, WY FULL_TIME
  • Gillette Physical Therapy is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer: join an experienced team of ATCs working in tandem with an extremely reputable Physical Therapy group in Gillette, Wyoming. Hiring im...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Athletic Trainer - Ortho Clinic
  • Powell Valley Healthcare
  • Powell, WY FULL_TIME
  • At Powell Valley Healthcare, providing quality healthcare to our community is our top priority. We are located in the heart of Powell, Wyoming; just 25 miles outside of Cody. We believe in creating po...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Athletic Trainer, Asst - Track and Field, Sports Medicine
  • UW Candidate Experience
  • Laramie, WY FULL_TIME
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  • 2 Months Ago

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ED Medic
  • Memorial Hospital of Laramie County
  • Cheyenne, WY FULL_TIME
  • A Day in the Life of an Emergency Department Medic: Emergency Department (ED) Medics assist practitioners in daily comprehensive care of emergency services patients. ED Medics will practice under the ...
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  • Gym Group
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  • Southampton, NY
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  • Albuquerque, NM
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  • Gym Group
  • Franklin, TN
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  • Mars Lifestyle Llc
  • Mercer Island, WA
  • Job Description Job Description FLEXOLOGIST – STRETCHLAB StretchLab is seeking personal trainers, massage therapists, da...
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Income Estimation for Athletic Trainer Assistant - Higher Ed. jobs
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