Athletic Trainer II

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Position is responsible for developing a community based athletic training program with an emphasis on sports environment injury prevention and treatment. Incumbent serves as a physical therapy aide when in the clinic (under the direction of a licensed physical therapist).

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training

Licenses/Certifications: State of Texas Athletic Training Certification

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• One (1) year of experience in Athletic Training.

• Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of “we advance health” through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.

Principal Accountabilities

• Develops and coordinates sports-specific clinics and/or screenings throughout the year in the community and school setting.

• Performs routine treatment procedures according to the patient treatment plan developed by a licensed physical therapist.

• Observes and reports patient’s condition, reactions, and responses to treatment procedures to the supervising physical therapist at the clinic.

• Maintains communications with other members of the healthcare team as indicated.

• Presents relevant special topics in professional literature at clinic meetings, grand rounds, conferences, university settings and meetings as delegated or requested by the faculty.

• Serves as a liaison in the provision of athletic training services to area schools as designated.

• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.

• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.

• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.

• Other duties as assigned.