Athletic Trainer - Piedmont Physicians Group Orthopedics (Athens)
Job Number: 1078495
Piedmont Athens Regional Specialty Services - Athens, Georgia
Shift/Schedule: Full-time
Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Appropriately assesses and examines athletes with varying diagnoses according to the Athletic Training scope of practice
Treats Athletes within the ATC scope of practice
Provides education to students, caregivers, coaches, etc. regarding athletic injuries and care
Completes documentation of Athletic Injuries (via injury report and coaches notes)
Maintains Athletic training supplies and equipment
Promotes Piedmont Healthcare by working positively with students, caregivers coaches and faculty
Participates in other high school events as appropriate to help promote the sports medicine program
Assumes responsibility for completing all assignments and tasks in a timely and cost efficient manner
Works closely with the physician and physician’s assistants within Piedmont Healthcare
Markets the Entire Hospital system within the community
Requirements
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or related field such as Health, Physical, Education or Exercise Science.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
None.
MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
Current certification from the National Athletic Trainer’s Association; Current Athletic Trainer license in State of Georgia; and BLS certification through AHA is required.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience with a variety of sports programs preferred.
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