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Athletic Trainer Certified (ATC)Job ID203542LocationUS-PA-Newtown SquareExperience (Years)3CategoryTherapy - ATCStreet Address3740 West Chester PikeCompanyNovaCare RehabilitationPosition TypeFull Time RegularOverviewFull time position available for a Head Athletic Trainer atPenn State-BrandywineWe are looking for an Athletic Trainer to assist the needs of the Sport Medicine Team. The AT will work the NovaCare Sports Medicine Team to provide high quality of care to the student-athletes of Penn State - Brandywine. Applicants must be solid clinicians, communicate effectively, work well with others, be proficient in the use of EMR's, and have experience with processing insurance.The Head ATC is responsible for: coordinating medical coverage of contract school's or professional team's athletic events and practices, coordinating the access of healthcare for athletes at contract locations, and designing/implementing specific therapeutic programs for rehabilitation of injured athletes.Additional Details:NovaCare Rehabilitation/ Penn State-Brandywine is seeking candidates for (1) Full-time Certified Athletic Trainer to fill the role of Head Athletic Trainer. Penn State-Brandywine is a Division III Institution with 13 varsity sports programs in Media, PA. We are seeking a highly motivated individual that wants to be a part of a team that delivers a positive experience to their student-athletes. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Injury & Illness prevention and wellness promotion; Examination, assessment and diagnosis; immediate and emergency care; therapeutic intervention; health care administration and professional responsibilities; shared responsibilities include budgeting, professional development, working knowledge of NCAA rules & drug testing, medical documentation in an EMR, provide practice/game coverage for assigned teams, and design and implementation of athletic health care education. Some travel may be included in this position.NovaCare is part of Select Medical's Outpatient Division. We are a nationally prominent, locally driven provider of outpatient physical rehabilitation with almost 1800 locations in 37 states, including the District of Columbia. Throughout the country we operate primarily as Select Physical Therapy, NovaCare Rehabilitation, Kessler Rehabilitation Center, KORT, Saco Bay Physical Therapy, Concentra, and SSM Physical Therapy. Our highly respected clinical team provides preventative and rehabilitative services that maximize functionality and promote well-being. We develop individualized treatment plans to help achieve each patient's specific goals. Our integrated local market network allows us to effectively partner with physicians, employers, payors and case managers to achieve optimal patient outcomes in a cost-effective manner. We also provide physical therapy and athletic training services to professional sports teams, colleges, universities and high schools.#ACNResponsibilitiesResponsible for patient care under supervision of a licensed physician.Involved in the Athletic Training Services program, participation in the coverage of school athletic events and practices.Designs and implements specific therapeutic programs for rehabilitation of the injured athleteDetermines the need for and administers proper athletic training techniques prior to and during games/practices to decrease risk of injury. Athletic training techniques can include: taping, wrapping, bracing, proper hydration and minor wound care.Performs, with interpretation, selected measurement procedures such as isokinetic testing, range of motion, gross strength of muscle groups, length and girth of body parts, and vital signs.Determines the effectiveness of athletic training/rehabilitative techniques and records change as indicated by athlete response within limits of specified plan of care.Works closely with physical therapists and area physicians to treat athletes. Maintains proper lines of communication to ensure athlete is
