Athletic Trainer/Ortho Tech
Location: South Portland, ME
Facility: Medical Group Practices
Schedule: Per Diem
Job Category: Professional - Clinical
Req #: 28283
Date Posted:
Description
Medical Group Practices
Professional - Clinical
Req #: 28283
Summary
Summary:
Under general supervision by clinical leadership, the Athletic Trainer provides athletic training and clinical support services in sports medicine and orthopedic practice and functions as a liaison between providers and local athletes at collegiate and high school youth programs, working closely with the Physical Therapy department. This is a fast-paced role in an exciting field. If the Athletic Trainer has obtained the Orthopedic Technologist Certification (OTC), they will also provide surgical assisting duties as directed by the Orthopedic Surgeon. Join a dynamic team of providers committed to excellence, innovation and outstanding care for our community!
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training required (graduation from CAATE accredited program). Master’s degree preferred.
- License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) temporary/permanent license as an Athletic Trainer required or in compliance with the state practice act. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date. BOC certification. NBCOT certification (eligible or application in process). Casting certification required or needs to obtain within six months of start date.
- Experience: One year of experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer preferred.
- Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
- Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.
We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.
If you have questions about this role, please contact Lauren E. Robare at [email protected]
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