This position will cover a wide spectrum of services for the college/university setting, physical therapy outpatient setting, and will participate in community outreach events as designated.
**Position is employed by Holston Medical Group, and assigned to King University athletic department during the Academic year (approximately August 1- May 15)
Main Responsibilities:
Provide athletic training coverage for practices and games, as well as injury assessment and rehabilitation on a daily basis in a college athletic setting
Communicates with medical and allied health professionals regarding patients' progress, needs, return to activities, and discharge planning
Provides learner appropriate instruction in injury prevention, and injury management for the patient to use independently. Adapts conventional techniques to meet the needs of patients
Applying and Educating Patients in Durable Medical Equipment (DME)
Assist in patient triage in a clinical setting
Maintains proper documentation on all patients and services performed
Facilitates the development of outreach programs and services to meet the needs of the community within budget constraints
Attend area athletic events at the college/university level, local schools, and community as needed
Performs athletic testing protocols
Maintains training areas, assuring the proper supplies and equipment are available, organized and neatly kept
Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements
Build quality relationships with patients, physicians/providers, and co-workers