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Athletic Trainer I

Baptist Health Care
United States, Florida, Gulf Breeze
Nov 24, 2024
Job Description The Athletic Trainer I is responsible for the prevention, assessment, immediate management, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and conditions. The AT provides quality healthcare services to assigned schools and/or coverage sites. This position is responsible for being engaged within the schools, sites, and communities, acting as an ambassador for Baptist Health Care, Andrews Institute, and the Sports Medicine department, facilitating access and availability for all health care services. This position plays an integral role in educating appropriate personnel (i.e., coaches, athletic directors, administrators, officials, etc.) on emergency preparedness, injury prevention, and best practices for the health, care, and well-being of student-athletes, spectators, and staff. Responsibilities Responsible for all unit precautions and procedures in the performance of job duties to ensure a safe work environment for self and others; assists with specific direct patient care activities. Prepares patient for provider; maintains supplies, rooms, and medications; performs and tracks tests and results; assists providers and nurses; performs chart documentation, review, and maintenance. Maintains patient flow in the clinical areas. Maintains work area and obtains equipment in condition needed for patient care delivery by department standards. Provide coordination for health education and referrals to meet the immediate health care needs of patients. Performs front office duties when required and completes miscellaneous duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree Athletic Training Required Licenses and Certifications Athletic Trainer Licensed State of Florida Upon Hire Required Certified Athletic Trainer (AT_BOC) Board certification Upon Hire Required BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association Upon Hire Required Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Strong verbal and written communication skills. Excellent customer service skills. Ability to seek and accept direction and clarification from others. Knowledge of basic medical terminology and exercise prescription for rehabilitation. Ability to deal appropriately with confidential information. .Possess organizational skills Able to multi-task effectively. About Us Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includes three hospitals, four medical parks, Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida. Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law.