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Athletic Trainer- Livingston, NJReq #:0000200364

Category:Physical Therapy

Status:Full-Time

Shift:Day

Facility:Barnabas Health Medical Group

Department:MG Orthopedics - North

Location:

Barnabas Health Medical Group, Livingston, Livingston, NJ 07039

Job Overview:

RWJBH Orthopedics Sports Medicine is seeking a licensed Athletic Trainer to assist in executing established program policies and procedures and assumes responsibility for maintaining program standards. The Athletic Trainer will provide evaluation and testing, support for non-invasive procedures and clinical support for patient management within the physician practice and collegiate setting. The AT is an extension of the supervising physician and is to be compliant with the supervising physicians' standing orders implementing medical and risk management of all persons covered within these orders, while consulting physicians about medical management of each athlete or patient as needed.

Qualifications:

Required:

+ Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Athletic Training

+ CAATE approved program and completion of the NATABOC certification

+ Maintain the NATABOC-required 50 CEUs per certification period - every two years

Preferred:

+ Minimum of 2 years Athletic Trainer experience

+ Certified NSCA OR ACSM

+ Collegiate experience

Certifications and Licenses Required:

+ DOE clearance

+ National Athletic Trainer Association

+ Licensed in the State of New Jersey as an Athletic Trainer

+ NATA Board Certified, New Jersey Department of Education

Scheduling Requirements:

+ Shift working, 8:00am - 4:30pm

+ Monday - Friday

+ Full-Time

+ Travel required to Jersey City, NJ

Essential Functions:

+ Provide extender support in the physician's office for musculoskeletal and concussion care

+ Be involved in Division 1 collegiate-level clinic hours and coverage, medical management of athletes, and administrative support in conjunction with possible additional support for other high-level contracted institutions

+ Experience with clinical triage, musculoskeletal physical exams, sports medicine patient care, injection and procedure prep, DME application, patient education, HEP, referral tracking as it relates to sports injury and musculoskeletal care, utilizing electronic medical record system, and scheduling appointments

+ Other duties as assigned

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

+ Paid Time Off (PTO)

+ Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

+ Dental and Vision Insurance

+ Retirement Plans

+ Wellness Programs

+ Tuition Reimbursement

+ Short & Long-Term Disability

+ Life & Accidental Death Insurance

+ Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

+ Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer