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Job Summary: To coordinate and provide sports medicine services in the community, schools and sports events. Provides oversite for practice, games and events to ensure appropriate athlete safety, assessment of injury, management of injury and follow-up. Coordinates and works closely with Athletic Trainers, other first responders, community medical personnel, and physicians to provide the necessary assessment and care for the athlete or individual attending a sporting event.

Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent and has current credential of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) through the North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services. One year EMT experience required; traveler experience preferred. Cannot be a Full Time or Part Time CaroMont Employee. Additional training in injury prevention and management, which is specific to sports or sport related injury such as Concussion in Sport, heat illness prevention, student mental health, sudden cardiac arrest, and splinting/immobilization of sport related orthopedic injury is recommended. Individuals must be able to meet the qualification outlined by the North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA). Considerable knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and techniques. Thorough skill in performing injury and illness assessments and treatments. Ability to deal tactfully with family members, athletes, coaches, school employees, physicians, community, and hospital personnel. Considerable judgment required in working with athletes and performing treatments. BLS certification required.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability