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Sports Medicine Specialist:

• Potential for a Sign-on Bonus of up to $30,000.
• Direct Hire Position
• Full-time, Permanent Role
• Flexible Schedule - Days and Evenings
• Competitive Compensation, Commensurate with Experience.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Included
• Location: Binghamton, NY (Situated in Broome county, in the heart of south-central New York state. Binghamton is positioned at the junction of the Chenango and Susquehanna rivers, near the border of Pennsylvania. It is approximately 75 miles to the south of Syracuse. Alongside Johnson City and Endicott, it forms the collective known as the Triple Cities.)

1. Position Summary: As a licensed athletic trainer specializing in sports medicine, your primary focus will be on ensuring the optimal health of student athletes and individuals engaged in physical activities. Working under the guidance of a physician, your responsibilities will encompass injury prevention, evaluation and management, emergency situations, rehabilitation, and the safe and prompt return of athletes to the playing field. This role will involve providing outreach athletic training services to high school and junior high school athletes at contracted schools.
2. Education, License & Certifications: The successful candidate should possess a bachelor's or master's degree from a CAATE-accredited program, and be certified by the BOC in good standing. Current licensure in the state of primary practice is compulsory, with dual licensure in New York and Pennsylvania being desirable. Current BLS certification for the professional is mandated.
3. Experience: Prior experience or education in working with the adolescent athletic population is preferred.
4. Essential Functions: Exhibit and convey a professional image and attitude when interacting with patients, families, clients, athletic directors, coaches, coworkers, and other stakeholders. Provide top-quality care to athletes and patients, encompassing prevention, immediate care, assessment, rehabilitation, referral, and effective communication with healthcare providers. Responsibilities also include monitoring athletic activities and events for potential safety hazards or unsafe practices, and notifying the appropriate supervisor. Additionally, making appropriate recommendations to athletic directors or coaches regarding protective equipment, as well as collaborating with coaches to devise and implement effective and suitable training and conditioning programs for student athletes.
5. Conduct initial assessment and provide care for emergent, acute, and chronic sports-related injuries and illnesses. Determine promptly and efficiently whether a higher level of care is necessary. Maintain effective communication with school officials and parents or guardians concerning injuries or illnesses, care provided, or recommended care, while working in close cooperation with the Medical Director, physicians, or providers to treat and rehabilitate injured student athletes. Develop individualized treatment plans as needed and carry out appropriate interventions under the supervision of the Medical Director or the athlete's physician or provider. It may also involve providing rehabilitation programs on-site at schools or recommending therapy referrals to outpatient facilities.
6. Accurate and comprehensive documentation in the Electronic Medical Record for athletes, including health status, injuries, illnesses, immediate care, treatment, rehabilitation, and encounters. Utilize Presagia EMR software to record injury information, treatment details, and encounter status for all student athletes, both home and away. At the start of each sports season, create documentation containing demographic information, team/sport participation, and grade for all athletes. All injuries to athletes must be documented in Presagia within 24 hours. For new injuries or illnesses, record them in the "Unresolved Injuries" or "Unresolved Illness" section, including the date, time, body part, side, type, severity, mechanism, and location of the incident. The injury should be linked to the relevant team and sport at the time of occurrence. Thoroughly document the initial management, recommendations, and pertinent history of the injury on the "Unresolved Injuries" or "Unresolved Illness" page, marking it with the note type "Initial Injury Assessment." This note should encompass a comprehensive assessment, which includes history, observation, palpation, ROM, MMT, neuro evaluation, special tests, and differential diagnosis.
7. Offer guidance to athletes, coaches, and parents or guardians regarding the return-to-play process following injuries, always under the supervision of the Medical Director or physician/provider. Maintain proper communication with the Medical Director and seek their counsel when making referrals for other services if necessary. Engage in continuing education and professional development activities. Attend and present at departmental in-service sessions as scheduled, as well as participate in external professional growth activities and share relevant information with the team.
8. Adhere to the policies and practices outlined by applicable federal and state guidelines, professional organizations, entity facilities, and entity-specific policies. Familiarize yourself with the content of the applicable professional code, employee handbook, unit policies and procedures, and organizational policies, and conduct yourself accordingly.
9. Meet the established organizational standards while maintaining fiscal responsibility.

• Binghamton, New York offers an appealing combination of affordability, natural beauty, and a small-town atmosphere, within convenient reach of larger cities. The cost of living is relatively low compared to nearby metropolitan areas, making it an attractive choice for individuals seeking affordable housing. Binghamton is surrounded by picturesque landscapes, including parks, rivers, and nearby hiking trails, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The city also boasts a growing technology sector, excellent educational institutions, and a strong sense of community, making it an enticing location for both families and professionals. Moreover, Binghamton's central position provides easy access to larger cities such as Syracuse, Rochester, and even New York City.