Athletic Trainer, FT

Maryville

Thursday, 30 April 2026

Assists with the management of patient/athlete visits within the clinic performing a range of clinical responsibilities in support of the physicians. Participates in community outreach and conducts presentations on a variety of Athletic Training Topics. Oversees Student Athletic Trainers and/or Intern Athletic Trainers and mentors new staff members. Provides athletic training services at sporting events and community events. Essential Functions. All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Interaction and management of patient visit within clinic for physician. Interacts regularly with patients and others involved in the patient/athlete's care to incorporate an interdisciplinary treatment approach for coordinated quality care. Obtains initial patient history, vital signs, and/or follow up status and presents to physician in preparation for their exam of patient/athlete. Request and organization of ancillary studies (X-rays, MRI, CT scans, lab work, etc.) and presentation for review. Organization and disbursement of patient lab work or other office tests as directed. Patient instruction upon discharge for physical therapy, further studies, follow up appointments and direction for patients as they leave the clinic. Teaches, counsels and communicates with patients, athletes, their families, coaches and others to achieve the desired outcomes. Interacts with patients, athletes, coaches, families and colleagues to enlist cooperation in establishing programs to ensure the safe return to play of athlete or activity of the patient. Supports and provides educational material to athletes, coaches, parents, community at large on injury management and prevention. Participates in follow-up care once the patient/athlete is ready to return to play or their desired activity. Provides information regarding follow-up services which may include a referral to other Prisma Health/community resources (such as an MD). Complies with departmental policies for documentation. Responsible for taking office notes as directed. Responsible for organization and disbursement of incoming medical records, reports, etc. as they arrive at the clinic. Report of patients/athletes sent to MD, follow-up services ordered and where the service was performed, MRI, etc. Works at community events. Coordinates and presents at local/ state/regional level on Athletic Training Topics. Supports and provides educational material to athletes, coaches, parents, community at large on injury management and prevention. Coordinates/arranges sessions with local EMT/ Emergency Services for coordination of care for injured athlete. Coordinates with other school personnel and parents /guardians to get HIPPA Consent and Consent to Treat signed and back in a timely manner. Calls MD, medical assistants, parents, coaches, Coordinator of Sports Medicine, Radiology, etc. to ensure ambulatory services are performed through Prisma Health as much as possible. Provides oversight and delegates tasks to Student Athletic Trainers and/or Intern Athletic Trainer. Mentor new staff members and serve as a consultant for new staff, as needed. Responsible for basic daily and weekly maintenance, general cleanliness, and upkeep of stock in rooms. Responsible for preparation of exam rooms for patient visits and emptying and disposal of biohazard waste and sharps containers as directed. Assists with care and maintenance of departmental equipment and supplies, as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Supervisory/ Management Responsibilities. This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive. Minimum Requirements. Education - Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Physiology or related field preferred. Experience - No experience required. In Lieu Of. NA - Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses. Licensed as an Athletic Trainer in the state the team member is working. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. NA - Work Shift. Variable (United States of America)Location. Blount Memorial Hospital. Facility 8001 Blount Memorial Hospital, Inc. Department 80019590 Athletic Trainer.

apply
 
Loading Similar Jobs...
JOBZ is an independent Job Search Engine. JOBZ is not an agent or representative and is not endorsed, sponsored or affiliated with any employer. JOBZ uses proprietary technology to keep the availability and accuracy of its job listings and their details. All trademarks, service marks, logos, domain names, job descriptions and other company descriptions / details are the property of their respective holder. JOBZ does not have its users apply for a job on the J-O-B-Z.com website. Additionally, JOBZ may provide a list of third-party job listings that may not be affiliated with any employer. Please make sure you understand and agree to the website's Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies you are applying on as they may differ from ours and are not in our control.