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Mesa, AZ, USA
Job Description
Job Description- Detect dysfunctional movement patterns and design and implement individualized corrective exercise programs to address these dysfunctions
- Evaluate and provide differential diagnosis for acutely injured athletes and coaching staff
- Be an active member of the High Performance Athletic Training Staff and participate in continuing education opportunities and promote a culture of progressive learning
- Coordinate pre- and exit-physicals of professional athletes and staff at the training complex
- Administer emergency care utilizing appropriate OSHA guidelines and make medical referrals, if necessary
- Direct day-to-day athletic training room operations
- Adhere to the guidelines of administrative documentation including, but not limited to, AHMS, Emergency Action Plans, Major and Minor League insurance programs, Pharmaceutical Program, budgeting inventory management
- Responsible for monthly performance testing (i.e., range of motion, strength) as determined by the High Performance Team
- Maintenance, including calibration, of therapeutic modalities in his/her control
- Maintain positive working relationship with team physicians and coordinate appropriate medical testing as directed by the team physician
- Comply with and establish a line of communication between the professional athlete, manager, coaching staff, Major and Minor League Medical Staff’s
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Medical Services, Director of Player Development, Head Athletic Trainer and Minor League Medical Coordinator
- Complete a yearly evaluation and review with Director of Medical Services, Director of Player Development, Head Athletic Trainer, Minor League Medical Coordinator, and other appropriate personnel
- The athletic trainer will identify and carry out the education and counseling of players and staff regarding their injuries/health
- Assist with coordinating surgeries & follow-up care appointments for all players
- Follow up with athlete’s health history and injury status of players
- Coordinate with the team orthopedic and internist regarding appointments, evaluations, and medical concerns
Qualifications Required
Qualifications Required- Certification by the Board of Certification of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association
- State Licensure is required where applicable
- Maintain certification in Athletic Training by fulfilling Continuing Education requirements
- Must maintain professional liability insurance coverage
- Certification in CPR/AED and First Aid