Athletic Trainer-Health Sciences

Job Title- Athletic Trainer-Health Sciences

Full time position

• This program provides expert, individualized care for athletes of all sports and ages. We treat a wide variety of community members as well as OSU athletes and are located right on the OSU campus to provide comprehensive medical care to Oregon State University. Samaritan Athletic Medicine has a vibrant culture and a unique structure. We offer complete medical care, X-ray imaging, Physical Therapy, SAM Elite Sports Performance training, and a full DME supply store all located within our clinic.

  • JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

    • Collaborates with other health care disciplines in order to provide quality direct/indirect care. Assists in facilitating and implementing all aspects of health care, including but not limited to prevention, practice/event coverage, injury evaluation, medical appointments, treatment, rehabilitation and team travel.

  • DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

    • Our primary care sports medicine physicians specialize in preventing, diagnosing and treating injuries related to participation in sports and/or exercise, specifically the rotation or deformation of joints or muscles caused by engaging physical activities. We also offer a Concussion Care Program to provide diagnosis, treatment and safe return to play for athletes following concussions. The program provides expert, individualized care for athletes of all sports and ages.

  • EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

    • NATA certification required.
    • Previous experience as an ATC preferred.
    • Healthcare Provider BLS required.

  • KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

    • Patient Care - Possess the skills and knowledge needed to assist and care for others. Ability to recognize symptoms, drug properties and interactions, treatments, and preventive health-care measures within scope of practice.
    • Adaptability/Flexibility - Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients.
    • Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
    • Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
    • Medical Terminology - Knowledge of medical records, procedures and terminology. Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
    • Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a nonjudgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.