Athletic Trainer (Orthopedics)

Nemours is seeking an Athletic Trainer (Full-Time), to join our Nemours team.

The primary responsibility of this role is to provide comprehensive athletic training services to local high/middle school(s)/college athletes and other Nemours patients, ensuring the health and safety of student-athletes.

The Outreach ATC will provide on-site preventive services, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation of injuries and medical equipment, under the supervision of a Nemours sports medicine physician.

The ATC will work in their 5 practice domains including: Risk Reduction, Wellness and Health Literacy; Assessment, Evaluation and Diagnosis; Critical Incident Management; Therapeutic Intervention; and Health Care Administration and Professional Responsibility.

Additionally, the ATC will support the Nemours Orthopedic Sports Medicine Clinic and sports OR, contributing to the overall Sports Medicine Program.

Job Responsibilities:


* Provide on-site athletic training services during school hours and at athletic events including travel with teams as needed.


* Develop and implement injury prevention programs.


* Work with team physician(s) and coaches to implement sports performance programs.


* Evaluate, treat, and rehabilitate athletic injuries including decisive and prudent response to emergency and life-threatening situations.


* Maintain and document accurate records of injuries, treatments, and rehabilitation progress.


* Communicate effectively with coaches, parents, and healthcare professionals regarding the status and care of student-athletes.


* Collaborate with physicians, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.


* Ensure compliance with school and Nemours policies and procedures.


* Assist in outpatient clinic with patient evaluations, treatments, and rehabilitation plans.


* Support the sports surgical program with pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative care Provides appropriate education to patients/families.


* Develops and maintains strong community relations: physicians, athletic trainers, physical therapists, coaches, school personnel, and community leaders.


* Manages time, sets and responds to personal and departmental priorities, uses resources prudently, works well independently for routine tasks.


* Takes direction, thinks and acts proactively.


* Effective oral and written communication skills with a communication style that is open and fosters trust, credibility and understanding.


* All other duties as assigned

Job Requirement


* Bachelor's Degree required, Master's degree preferred.


* Minimum of one (1) year of experience required.


* One year of middle/high school sports medicine ATC experience preferred.


* Must have BOC ATC Certification and be eligible for Florida ATC Licensure.


* Must have American Heart Association BLS/AED Certification.