Athletic Trainer 2

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

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• Provides athletic training outreach services in a High School or organizational setting. Evaluates injuries, applies first aid, and coordinates referral to medical care. Communicates with parents or guardian, as necessary, and the physician regarding medical care. Develops programs of general conditioning during recovery. Instructs athlete in following prescribed home rehabilitation programs. Teaches procedures for a functional progression for return to participation. Instructs athletes, parents/guardian and coaches regarding conditioning, weight control, diet, prevention, and care of injuries. Educates coaches regarding procedures and techniques for enhancement of performance. Teaches student athletic trainers first aid protocol. Provides guidance related to prophylactic skills and record keeping. Instructs on coaching staff regarding care and prevention of injuries.
• Evaluates prior injuries and develops and teaches a program of injury prevention. Evaluates injury rate and etiology and suggests changes in sport techniques and/or practice procedures to coaches. Instructs coaching staff regarding sports techniques and practice procedures in view of injury prevention. Educates, coaches and trains student athletic trainers in approved procedures.
• Maintains inventory and assists with ordering of supplies as needed. Documents patient progress and response to treatments in the medical record.
• Evaluates patient's functional status and abilities and disabilities for participation in activities. Applies or directs application of various measures and tests. Plans a program of patient treatment related to diagnosis/prognosis from physician's order. Determines types and frequencies of rehabilitation and communicates care plan options with patient. Obtains supportive information from other sources, such as family members, physician, nursing staff, etc. Communicates and recommends modifications of program to physician and others involved, as needed.
• Under the direction of the registered nurse, assists with patient needs via call bell systems. Provides ROM in accordance with plan of care. Initiates and assists with transfers in and out of bed, chairs, wheelchairs, and lifts. Instructs and aids in teaching patients and family safe