ATHLETIC TRAINER

Summary

Located in Franklin, Tennessee, Williamson Health is one of the South’s most exceptional health care systems with a 203 bed hospital (Williamson Medical Center), over 40 providers at our Williamson Health Medical Group locations, the Bone & Joint Institute and the Monroe Carell Junior Children’s Hospital Vanderbilt at Williamson Medical Center.  Williamson Health offers comprehensive in-patient and out-patient services. We have more than 825 providers representing over 70 medical specialties and sub-specialties. 

Williamson Health is a system where your talents will be valued and your skillset expanded. We are rooted in our promise to world-class, compassionate care for the residents of Williamson County and surrounding communities, taking exceptional pride in serving our community. We’re committed to empowering our employees to work in innovative ways and reserve time and space for curiosity, laughter and creativity. We value and support the diversity and cultural differences among one another and are committed to upholding an inclusive environment that appreciates the uniqueness of all individuals. Our values are at the heart of everything we do: respect for every individual, the health and total well-being of all people, human compassion and integrity. These shape who we are as an organization and are essential for delivering the highest level of culturally competent care and treatment of every patient, family member, visitor, physician and employee.
•    Williamson Health is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits program, that offers you choice and flexibility, so you can take charge of your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. 
o    Medical, Dental, Vision
o    PTO
o    Retirement Matching
o    Tuition reimbursement
o    Discount programs
o    FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts)
o    Identity Theft Protection
o    Legal Aid
 

Williamson Health is an equal-opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Job Summary
This position provides care to athletes who have impairments, functional limitations or changes in physical function and health status as a result of injury, illness or other causes with occasional guidance by collaborating with the health care team using modalities, personnel, equipment and supply resources.

Formal Education / Training: 
1. Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) from an accredited athletic training program at a college or university.
2. Licensed by the State of Tennessee as a certified athletic trainer.
3. BOC certification as a certified athletic trainer.
4. BLS within 90 days of hire.

Workplace Experience:
One year of experience as athletic trainer

Equipment and Skills Training:
Must be competent in the use of electronic medical record documentation software.

Physical Environment:
Designated sport activities/events in local school environments.

Physical Effort:
Must be able to sit, stand, communicate in English, both orally and in writing, and lift over 20 pounds.

Key Results:
1. Supports the full range of athletic programs at school by providing comprehensive athletic healthcare, including injury evaluation, injury treatment, and rehabilitation services.
2. Collaborates with the healthcare team in establishing athletic training and sports medicine services plan of care.
3. Analyzes comprehensive information pertinent to the athlete's care and management to determine functional capabilities within defined activity levels.
4. Coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating care needs across the continuum.
5. Continually utilizes athletic training skills and resources to reevaluate functional capabilities towards optimal, safe participation, and applies appropriate interventions to ensure effective outcomes.
6. Coordinates referrals to other medical services as indicated.
7. Uses current best practices for concussion evaluation.
8. Employs strategies to promote a safe and healthy environment for athletes.
9. Records and maintains appropriate medical records for treatment given.
10. Utilizes strong organizational and time management skills needed to balance care and documentation of all visits.
11. Interfaces with various internal and external personnel for referral purposes and information exchange.
12. Provides medical emergency coverage to injured student athletes at practices and athletics events as needed. Administers first aid until appropriate medical assistance can be obtained

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