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St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. Provide "Athletic Training Services" to athletes and other patients under the direction of a team physician or by written referral from a physician, and in accordance with state athletic training practice act. Serve as a head athletic trainer and/or master clinical preceptor to athletic trainers and resident athletic trainers working in the Sports Medcine Program. Plays an integral role in managing and marketing the Network's Sports Medicine Program especially as it relates to their regional assignment. Meets the professional, clinical, technical, communication and documentation requirements and standards and to make decisions based on established guidelines. The intent of this is to provide a summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this position and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Serve as a Regional and District wide resource to the Program's Athletic Training Staff. Responsible for the primary oversight and administration of select athletic training contracts with school districts, colleges and/or sport organizations. Creates and monitors schedules of athletic trainers and residents at assigned contract(s) Maintains appropriate general treatment orders and operating procedures to be reviewed annually and approved by the designated team physician. Reviews orders and operating procedures of athletic trainers and residents. Provides pertinent healthcare-related information of the injured student-athlete in a clear, concise professional manner to the appropriate athletic support staff and administration Provide athletic training services for all home sanctioned athletic contests and away varsity football games. Act as the primary liaison and point of contact between family physicians and specialists, the school district, athletes and their parents. Maintain accurate records of injuries, treatments and provide insurance claim information for sports injuries treated by a physician. Primary responsibility for maintaining and submitting local reports of injuries, treatments and referrals to program managers. Ensures that athletic training services are provided in a timely, accurate, effective, and cost-efficient manner and in compliance with established policies, procedures and practices. Evaluates performance and assigned contract(s). Ensures athletic trainers and residents provide reports and data necessary to evaluate program effectiveness. Provides any program updates in a timely manner. Provides input and recommendations to the Athletic Director for an effective budget that will cover the projected costs of equipment and supplies needed to maintain quality and safety of student-athlete care. Assists with the overall scheduling and shall be present for pre-participation sports physicals (seasonally) within their district/region. Develops and supervises the process for providing coaches and athletic directors with a list of athletes medically eligible to compete under district and state rules and regulations. Develops, instructs and supervises the education of student-athletes and families on relevant topics based on assessed learning needs. Develops and supervises staff as they instruct and educate appropriate coaches/school officials on relevant learning needs specific to the injured athlete. Senior Athletic Trainers working in an office setting shall assist the attending or consulting physician on any related medical management of the physician's patient that fall under the athletic trainer's scope of practice. Senior Athletic Trainers working in an office setting shall have a plan of care or written protocol as required by their respective licensing boards (PA or NJ). Takes responsibility to understand and complete professional and technical requirements and provide St. Luke's University Health Network with the necessary documentation on such requirements. (I.e., BOC Continuing Education reporting and renewal, Bi-annual state certification renewal, annual CPR recertification.) Serves as a resource to staff athletic trainers and resident athletic trainers. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sit up to 2 hours per day; 1 hour at a time. Stand for up to 8 hours per day; 6 hours at a time. Walk 6 hours per day; 20 minutes at a time. Occasionally lift, carry, and push objects up to 30 pounds. Transport patients weighing up to 250 pounds via wheelchair. Frequently stoop and bend. Frequently reach above shoulder level. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation, and high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color, and peripheral vision. EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited, professional athletic training education program. Post Professional Residency and/or Master's Degree in Athletic Training or closely related field with a minimum of 5 years clinical experience required. Active Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Athletic Training License; New Jersey Athletic Training License preferred. A sustained record of professional development as evidenced by additional certifications, professional presentations and active involvement in professional associations. Strong preference to individuals involved in volunteer activities and special events. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Eight years of clinical experience in athletic training and sports medicine. Fluency in Spanish language preferred. Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply Now

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