Assistant Athletic Trainer Jobs in Basking Ridge, NJ

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is one of the nation's leading orthopedic and rheumatologic, specialty hospitals dedicated to the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal diseases. The hospital provides some of the most advanced orthopedic programs in the region for musculoskeletal disorders and the largest pediatric orthopedic program in New York City. The hospital is consistently ranked among the leading orthopedic centers nationwide by U.S. News and World Report. Our expert physicians combine extensive experience and research with the latest technology for bone and joint problems that affect patient's ability to function. We specialize in the following areas: Orthopedic Surgery, Rheumatology, Neurology, and Radiology. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.
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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Athletic Trainer.
In this role, the successful candidate provides support and services as it relates to the Sports Orthopedic clinical and educational programs. Implement injury prevention strategies, provide emergency care and first aid to individuals who have sustained an athletic injury, evaluate athletic injuries, and implement medically prescribed therapeutic reconditioning programs in schools. Provide school
sports coverage for contracted schools which may include middle school, high school, college/university, and club sports. Responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs and community outreach education and prevention initiatives in alignment with the Departmental strategic plan and the Institutions mission. Assist Senior Program Coordinator Athletic Trainer and Department Director in program development and overall compliance.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provides athletic training services for contracted school.
   
• Performs initial on-field assessment of acute injuries and illnesses that occur during game(s) or practice(s). Provides first-aid and triage in connection with an athlete's injury/illness, as necessary. Monitors these injuries/illnesses and coordinates evaluation and follow up. Assists athletes in implementing a home exercise program as prescribed by their physician, or another healthcare professional.
   
• Follows proper medical practices. Use medical, social and psychological information to establish goals for athlete. Reviews case and confers with physicians and other medical professionals when necessary. Maintains all equipment used during treatments.
   
• Understands and properly implements type of treatment required by each patient. Monitors and assess patient status in order to plan a course of treatment correctly. Provides proper documentation for all treatments rendered, maintains appropriate work
  records and maintains confidentiality of athletic injury/illness information. Adheres to all HIPAA and FERPA guidelines. Defines and adheres to standardized nomenclature, measurement and reporting.
• Assists school/school district with the implementation and yearly re-evaluation of school athletic policies, such as EAP's, Concussion Management and Standing Orders. Works in coordination with CMO (if school has one), School Nurse and AD pertaining to the health and wellness of student athletes.
• Provides advice to athletes, parents, and coaching staff regarding injury prevention, health and wellness and flexibility training. Assists in the preparation, selection, and fitting of protective equipment and pre-injury screening. Participates in pre-season
  parent/coach/athlete meetings.
• Provides offsite clinical services/event coverage: evaluates and treats offsite injury and reports findings to organization/school medical team. Maintains appropriate documentation. Facilitates pre participation exams.
   
• Reliably follows through with assignments on schedule, adheres to proper work schedule, reports for event coverage and meetings at designated time, gives proper notice of absences and lateness, accepts policies and their modifications and willing to
  cover sporting events after hours, if needed.
   
• Community Outreach and Education- Liaison between schools, universities, colleges, sports leagues and sports organizations. Works with chief of primary care sports medicine, athletic trainer coordinator and department director on maintaining existing
  relationships and developing new relationships.
   
• Develops and conducts various educational programs for educational and sports organizations. Acts as an extension of NYU Langone Sports Health, through branding and name recognition, by discussing our services.
   
• Demonstrate knowledge of the organizations Service Standards and incorporate them into the performance of duties.
• Other responsibilities as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Athletic Training from an Accredited Athletic Training Program (CAATE) Required. Current and valid
NYS Department of Education Athletic Training License Required. Certification through the Athletic Training Board of
Certification (BOC) Required. CPR and AED Certification Required. Strong communication (both oral and written) and
interpersonal skills required. Ability to work independently, interact with, and communicate effectively with athletes,
parents, coaching staff, school administrators, and other medical professionals. Ability to effectively manage emergency
situations relevant to the position. Knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. Proficient
computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, email, etc.). Minimum 1-2 years work related experience.
Required Licenses: Athletic Trainer

Preferred Qualifications:
Masters degree from a program in athletic training ; 5 years work related experience. CSCS (Certified Strength and
Conditioning Coach), CSCCA, ACSM or equivalent certifications.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $53,294.21 - $66,000.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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