Job Description
JOB SUMMARY *Prepares patient for physician/provider evaluation: take vitals and determine if any are normal or abnormal, listing medications, obtaining specimens, positioning for exams. *Documents patient information in the electronic medical record; update information as indicated; record appointments of referrals and diagnostic studies; *Performs initial patient evaluation and screens, report findings to physician, complete requisitions for lab, x-ray, mri, etc. *Aids physician in procedures as needed and maintaining a sterile environment, etc. *Develops and distributes ongoing patient education information about athletic injuries, equipment, nutrition and exercise programs to obtain optimal performance *Performs patient evaluation during post operative phases, and provides education on home care plans for pain care, ADL's, mobility and exercise. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor's degree in health related field required.
Experience: One year in athletic training setting preferred.
Licensure, certification, and/or registration: Licensure as an Athletic Trainer with the Virginia Department of Health Professions and certification through the National Athletic Training Board of Certification required. AHA BLS-HCP required.
Other Minimum Qualifications: Effective interpersonal skills to communicate both in person and in writing in order to interact with management, doctors, professional staff, patients, general public and local schools and sports teams. Keyboarding and utilization of automated computer systems required, including electronic medical records. Must be able to assist with or transfer athletes of various weight/heights. Must be able to stand for long periods of time, have good mobility skills and be able to walk long distances.
OUR VALUES Below are our core values that we strive to embody and expect of all our team members:
Collaboration: Working together with purpose to achieve shared goals.
Commitment: Unwavering in our quest for exceptional quality and service.
Compassion: Putting heart into everything we do.
Courage: Doing what's right for our patients without question.
Curiosity: Fostering creativity and innovation in our pursuit of excellence.
Requisition Number: 110236 Employment Status: Full time Location: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** Orthopaedic Surgery - Christiansburg (Institute for Orthopaedics and Neurosciences) Shift: Day Shift Details: 8:00a-5:00p Recruiter: EMILY F ALLEN Recruiter Phone: Recruiter Email: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** For more information, contact the HR Service Center at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.
An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious.
Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute.
Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are kind and life is good. Make your tomorrow with us.
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