Prn Certified Athletic Trainer - Poland, Me

Overview

Saco Bay Physical Therapy is seeking a PRN Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) in Poland, ME!

 

 

Saco Bay PT in Poland, ME is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) to cover athletic events at Poland High School.

 

Salary: commensurate with experience

 

Schedule: PRN, up to 20 hrs/wk

 

Benefit: UNMATCHED continuing education program with internal CEU courses, national certifications and more. FREE!!

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient care under supervision of a licensed physician.
• Involved in the Athletic Training Services program, participation in the coverage of school athletic events and practices.
• Designs and implements specific therapeutic programs for rehabilitation of the injured athlete
• Determines the need for and administers proper athletic training techniques prior to and during games/practices to decrease risk of injury. Athletic training techniques can include: taping, wrapping, bracing, proper hydration and minor wound care.
• Performs, with interpretation, selected measurement procedures such as isokinetic testing, range of motion, gross strength of muscle groups, length and girth of body parts, and vital signs.
• Determines the effectiveness of athletic training/rehabilitative techniques and records change as indicated by athlete response within limits of specified plan of care.
• Works closely with physical therapists and area physicians to treat athletes. Maintains proper lines of communication to ensure athlete is getting optimal care within the team.
• Prudently manages emergency incidents, coordinates EMS and acute care procedures including Basic Life support to reduce the impact on function of an injured athlete.
• Seeks outreach opportunities and participates in events to promote the company (races, club teams, etc).
• Able to assist in the development of marketing strategies which lie within the Athletic Trainer's area of clinical expertise.

Qualifications

• BS Degree Required
• Minimum one year clinical experience

• NATA BOC Certified

• Maine ATC License

• First Aid/CPR/AED Certified

Employment Type: PER_DIEM