"Athletic Trainer - Santa Monica Orthopedics"

Job Description

Cedars-Sinai was awarded the Advisory Board Company’s Workplace of the Year which is an award that recognizes hospitals and health systems nationwide that have outstanding levels of employee engagement. We also have a great benefits package and competitive compensation which explains why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America’s Best Hospitals!

Why work here?

Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and dental insurance, vacation, and a 403(b) we take pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation.

A Little More About What You Will be Doing

The Athletic Trainer, Certified (ATC) is responsible for assisting with Cedars-Sinai Foundation community outreach, injury prevention seminars, and research projects. The ATC will serve the Cedars-Sinai medical practice in a variety of clinical duties including: patient education, evaluation, treatment, and management of sports medicine and orthopedic injuries/illnesses and perioperative care. Administrative duties are a large requirement of each team member.

• Performs clinical skills and delegated tasks within the scope of practice of an ATC.
• Assist in research study design, data collection, and data analysis.
• Become proficient at collecting data using motion analysis system and force plats.
• Perform clerical duties required to submit research manuscripts for publication.
• Coordinate and participate in community outreach events.
• Instruct athletes in injury prevention programs during outreach events.
• Develop and maintain database of local youth athletic teams.
• Provide education and technical demonstrations to other health care professionals; assists in orienting and mentoring.
• Clinical duties as assigned to include escort of patients, medical documentation in patient charts, and providing patient education.
• Coordination of telemedicine evaluations of remote athletes.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited Athletic Training Program Required
• Master's Degree Preferred

Experience

• One year experience working as a certified athletic trainer in a traditional or orthopedic setting preferred

Licenses/Certification

• Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required
• Athletic Trainer Certification Required
• Orthopedic Technologist, Certified or RSA-O preferred
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists (CSCS) preferred

Req ID: 12694
Working Title: Athletic Trainer - Santa Monica Orthopedics
Department: SMOG
Business Entity: Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation
Job Category: Therapy / Rehab
Job Specialty: Physical Therapy
Overtime Status: NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift: Day
Shift Duration: 8 hour
Base Pay: $25.88 - $38.82