Athletic Trainer - PRN
Shepherd Center

Shepherd Center, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is a private, not-for-profit hospital specializing in medical treatment, research and rehabilitation for people with spinal cord injury, brain injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, spine and chronic pain, and other neuromuscular conditions.

Join us in our mission to help people with a temporary or permanent disability, rebuild their lives with hope, independence and dignity, advocating for their full inclusion in all aspects of community life.

At Shepherd Center, you'll discover a diverse and inclusive environment, enlightened leadership, a culture of teamwork, professionalism and mutual respect. If you are seeking career advancement, continuing education opportunities coupled with a welcoming and fun workplace, competitive compensation and employment benefits, visit our careers page to explore current openings.

PRN -As needed.
The Athletic Trainer provides quality patient care to including assessment, treatment, and care co-ordination per the NATABOC and the State of Georgia Athletic Training Credentialing Board and monitoring physician. The Athletic Trainer works alongside the MD to develop an appropriate and individualized treatment plan for each patient. In this active and hands-on role, the Athletic Trainer has the opportunity to greatly improve the patient experience through rehabilitation services.

Job Responsibilities

• The Athletic Trainer supports daily clinic operations.
• Works under the direct clinical supervision of Shepherd Center Physician performing:
  • Provides acute concussion care, including post-concussion evaluation, monitoring of symptoms, and return to previous activities.
  • Assesses individual medical condition, rehabilitation needs, and with the development of an individualized treatment plan in conjunction with MD.
  • Order entry required for patient plan of care, including internal/external referrals, therapy orders, diagnostics/labs, and medication refills
  • Interprets diagnostic studies
  • Performs Concussion testing: Balance Skills test (BESS/SOT/BERTEC/Balance Master, Reaction Time (Drop Stick), Cognitive ( SAC, MoCA, ImPACT), and Ocular Motor (OMS/VOR/VNG)
  • Documents in EHR with MD co-sign for patient visits (in-person and via Telehealth), following all outlined guidelines, to include history, physical exam, diagnostic test results, impression, plan, and patient learning.
  • Interprets diagnostic studies in conjunction with MD
• Assists in research activities as assigned
• Rooms patients during clinic, performs a thorough medical history, thorough history of injury or condition, identify primary complaint, assess pain level, medication and allergy review, and all other required EHR documentation per policy
• Provides patient/caregiver education
• Assists the physician with medical procedures performed in clinic to include set up, drawing up medications, EHR documentation and break down.
• Venipuncture
• Practices positive and engaging professional behavior
• Respects patient's privacy and confidentiality as per HIPAA regulations.
• Adheres to patient/family centered principles using the communication and engagement tools (OARS/AIDECT).
• Performs consistently within Shepherd Center standards, policies and procedures.
• Ensures professional development by participating in professional activities and organizations in order to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and development
• Performs other duties as required/requested/assigned.

• A baccalaureate or graduate degree in athletic training or related health profession.

• Certification by the National Athletic Trainer's Association
• Georgia's Athletic Trainer license
• AHA BLS CPR required
• IMPACT/MOCA/CITI preferred

• Two (2) years minimum experience working as an athletic trainer in a clinical setting, experience in rehabilitation with a focus in concussion and mild traumatic brain injury preferred.

• Basic computer skills.
• Demonstrate clinical proficiency and manual dexterity in order to manipulate treatment equipment.
• Highly motivated with a positive attitude.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Displays effective verbal and non-verbal communication.
• Adapts to changing work demands and work environment.

• Experience in rehabilitation with a focus in concussion and mild traumatic brain injury preferred.
• Master's degree in sports medicine or related field preferred.

• Ability to transfer and position patients, consistent with lifting up to 35 lbs.

• Normal patient care environment.
• Some potential for exposure to blood and body fluids.
• Some potential for exposure to infectious diseases.