02101 ATHLETIC TRAINER
Recognizes, manages, and rehabilitates injuries to professional, amateur and recreational athletes. Provides techniques for prevention of injuries and instructs/trains on safe exercise techniques.
Reports to: Director of Rehabilitation
FLSA: Non-exempt
Grade: T10
EEO: 03 Technicians
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Essential Functions
Prepares athletes for practice or competition.
Evaluates and manages injuries and determines whether a referral is necessary. Maintains a medical file on each athlete and acts as a liaison between the physician and the athlete.
Implements treatment and rehabilitation programs under the supervision of a physician.
Develops conditioning programs for injured and noninjured athletes.
Non-Essential Functions
Review and comply with LifePoint Code of Conduct and all relevant company and Division policies and procedures.