Certified Athletic Trainer
East Suburban Sports Medicine Center (ESSMC)
Date: 5 hours ago
City: Lynchburg, VA
Contract type: Full time
Job Description
**Injury Prevention:**
**Injury Prevention:**
- Develop and implement injury prevention programs, including stretching, strengthening, and conditioning exercises.
- Educate athletes, coaches, and parents on injury prevention strategies.
- Ensure a safe playing environment by monitoring field conditions and equipment.
- Conduct thorough evaluations of athletic injuries.
- Provide immediate care for acute injuries, including first aid and emergency management.
- Develop and implement rehabilitation programs for injured athletes.
- Utilize therapeutic modalities, such as ice, heat, electrical stimulation, and ultrasound, as appropriate.
- Design and implement individualized rehabilitation programs to return athletes to full participation.
- Monitor athlete progress and adjust rehabilitation programs as needed.
- Communicate with coaches and parents regarding athlete status and return-to-play timelines.
- Coordinate with Physical Therapists
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records.
- Coordinate physician referrals and follow-up care.
- Inventory and maintain athletic training supplies and equipment.
- Communicate effectively with coaches, athletes, parents, and school administration.
- Work within the scope of practice as defined by the state of Virginia
- Attend practices and home games as determined by the athletic director, within the 20-hour-per-week scope.
- Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree in Athletic Training or a related field.
- Current Board of Certification (BOC) certification as a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC).
- Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
- Strong knowledge of athletic injuries and rehabilitation techniques.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively with athletes, coaches, and parents.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings.
- Experience working with middle and high school athletes preferred.
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