Athletic Trainer

Description

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance is one of the nation’s largest orthopedic networks. TOA offers comprehensive medical and surgical treatment of bone, joint and soft tissue disorders. Our treatment is compassionate, conservative and prompt, providing patients with the specialized orthopedic care they deserve.

There are numerous reasons why TOA is an employer of choice; here are a few of them:

· Stability and Growth – TOA promotes long-term employment in positions as well as growth opportunities for those who want to further their career goals.

· Impact - TOA’s team members use our careers – whether in our clinics or our business office – to make a positive difference in the community by building relationships and positively impacting patient lifestyles.

· Work Environment - The TOA team focuses on cultivating an excellent working environment; one of positivity, collaboration, job satisfaction, and engagement.

· Total Rewards - TOA offers competitive salaries based on the current East Tennessee wage market, plus a comprehensive benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Paid Time Off, Extended Illness Bank and more. Our 401(k) plan provides a company match, safe harbor match and profit-sharing match to go along with your contributions.

Our TOA Athletic Trainers play an important part in the overall success of the clinic. This role partners with other clinical staff and administrative team members to ensure our patients receive excellent care. Our Athletic Trainers demonstrate a deeply rooted compassion for helping our patients and are committed to making sure our operations run smoothly. Responsibilities include:

· Athletic Trainers with TOA specialize in the prevention, recognition, evaluation and immediate care, referral, rehabilitation and reconditioning of athletic injuries.

· Regularly perform injury screenings for athletes, students, staff and other active individuals with an emphasis on excellent patient care.

· ATs (Athletic Trainers) communicate with the medical team (including athletes, parents, coaches, administration, physicians, and other medical professionals) regarding athlete’s status and ability to return to competition.

· Develop rehabilitation and treatment regimens in conjunction with physical therapists including Home Exercise Programs

· Although every effort is made to establish sports schedules, ATs demonstrate the ability to be dynamic by adapting to varying coverage schedules and conditions.

· ATs will address “critical needs” and medical situations which occur on short notice and will require immediate action. Organization, prioritization, judgment, and problem-solving skills will be challenged.

· Willingness to assist with other duties and coverage assignments as directed

Requirements

Requirements:

· Minimum Bachelor’s Degree

· Graduation from an approved athletic training program OR equivalent athletic training internship program

· State of TN AT License

· BOC Certified

· Experience in an orthopedic environment is a plus.

· You have an exceptional focus on the patient experience. You are passionate about providing excellent care to our patients and their families.

· You are energetic and have an enthusiastic pace at work. You can manage the flow of schedules swiftly and accurately, without losing focus on the athletes.

· You are flexible. You understand that no two days may be the same. It excites you to adjust to those changes.

· You are dependable. You have the capacity to be at work on time, every day, so our patients and athletes can receive the care they need in a timely manner

TOA is an equal opportunity employer. TOA conducts background checks on applicants who accept employment offers.