Shepherd Center
Healthcare
CertifiedAthleticTrainer-ComplexConcussionClinic
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“Certified Athletic Trainer - Complex Concussion Clinic at Shepherd Center. Skills: Concussion care, Patient assessment, Treatment planning, EHR documentation, Rehabilitation services. Supports daily clinic operations. Provides acute concussion care, including post-concussion evaluation, monitoring of symptoms, and return to previous activities”
What You'll Achieve.
Help patients return to work, school, and play faster and with fewer long-term complications
Industry & Context.
Excellent problem-solving skills
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
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Certification by the National Athletic Trainer’s Association, Georgia’s Athletic Trainer license, AHA BLS CPR required, Two (2) years minimum experience working as an athletic trainer in a clinical setting, 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
Nice to Have
IMPACT/MOCA/CITI preferred, experience in rehabilitation with a focus in concussion and mild traumatic brain injury preferred, Master's degree in sports medicine or related field preferred
What You'll Do.
Supports daily clinic operations
Provides acute concussion care
including post-concussion evaluation
monitoring of symptoms
and return to previous activities
Assesses individual medical condition
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
and medication refills
Performs Concussion testing
Documents in EHR with MD co-sign for patient visits (in-person and via Telehealth)
following all outlined guidelines
diagnostic test results
Assists in research activities as assigned
Rooms patients during clinic
performs a thorough medical history
thorough history of injury or condition
identify primary complaint
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 breakdown
Practices positive and engaging professional behavior
Respects patients’ 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
Performs other duties as required/requested/assigned
Performs outreach on behalf of Shepherd Center to educate potential referral sources about CCC through presentations at conferences
program representation at conferences
networking with other professionals in the field
Provides communication and follow-up to referring sources regarding relevant support to patients as they progress through care such as return-to-sport
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Works under the direct clinical supervision of Shepherd Center Physician; Works alongside the physician to develop an appropriate and individualized treatment plan for each patient; Collaborates with referring sources regarding patient progress
Communication Scope
Displays effective verbal and non-verbal communication; OARS/AIDECT
Full Job Description
**About Shepherd Center** With five decades of experience, Shepherd Center provides world-class clinical care, research, and family support for people experiencing the most complex conditions, including spinal cord and brain injuries, multi-trauma, traumatic amputations, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and pain. An elite center ranked by _U.S. News_ as one of the nation’s top hospitals for rehabilitation, Shepherd Center is also recognized as both Spinal Cord Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems. Shepherd is the only rehabilitation facility in the nation with an intensive care unit on-site, allowing us to care for the most complex patients and begin the rehabilitation process sooner. Shepherd Center treats thousands of patients annually with unmatched expertise and unwavering compassion to help them begin again. Shepherd Center's culture is one of hope, humor, and hard work. You will enjoy career growth, strong relationships with co-workers, strong support from leadership, and fun activities that have kept over 12% of staff members working at Shepherd for more than 20 years. Adolescents and adults with concussions from sports injuries, falls, car accidents, or other incidents are at risk for a prolonged or complicated recovery. At Shepherd Center’s Complex Concussion Clinic, we understand these difficulties. As the only healthcare provider in Atlanta offering fully integrated, multi-disciplinary treatment, our goal is to help patients return to work, school, and play faster and with fewer long-term complications. The Athletic Trainer provides quality patient care including assessment, treatment, and care coordination per the NATABOC and the State of Georgia Athletic Training Credentialing Board and supervising physician. The Athletic Trainer works alongside the physician 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 experie
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