Athletic Training Intern
Internship - non-touring
Bluecoats is seeking Athletic Training Interns who will join the medical team under the direct supervision of the Head Athletic Trainer. This would be a 6-week internship starting late-May and going through the end of June.
Certification & Licensure: CPR/AED and first aid certified is required
Education: Must be currently enrolled in a college athletic training program.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITY
While it is expected that the Athletic Training Intern will have knowledge of the following things, the Athletic Training Intern can refer to or ask questions of clinical preceptors anytime they are unsure of how to proceed.
Applied Knowledge: Interns must have knowledge of a wide range of orthopedic and general medical problems. Assessment and evaluation skills and working with other healthcare professionals will be required.
Decision-Making Skills: Ability to think critically regarding the assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and return to activity decisions per state licensure guidelines.
Attention to Detail: Interns should be thorough and detailed with injury tracking and documentation
Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate effectively in high stress/pressure situations when talking to patients, medical professionals, staff and families.
Must have the ability to organize, prioritize and perform multiple tasks under the supervision of their preceptor.
Must have the ability to demonstrate fitness exercises and maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of the assigned duties and responsibilities.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
While these duties & responsibilities will be expected of the Athletic Training Intern, the Athletic Training Intern can refer to or ask questions of clinical preceptors anytime they are unsure of how to proceed.
Provide onsite care and management of activity and non-activity related injuries and illnesses including: prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation.
Apply dressings/bandages, tape, braces and splints in accordance to appropriate injury management.
Perform and learn to perform manual therapy techniques as indicated by patient’s treatment plan, within the scope of practice regulations in Ohio.
Develop and Implement rehabilitation programs for injured participants.
Coordinate and implement injury prevention programs and customized preventative strategies to each patient.
Minimize risk of injury through awareness, education, and ergonomic recommendations.
Provide functional assessment to determine a participant’s readiness to return to full duty.
Perform administrative duties, medical record documentation, medical resources management and maintenance, and other duties as assigned by the preceptor to become familiar with the nature of the job
Assist in developing individual exercise plans for participants.
Must become familiar with the job requirements, techniques, and training associated with the various aspects of performing arts.
Track and analyze injury data and provide reports to preceptor
Provide general health and nutrition education.
Intern will work on a team of other Athletic Trainers, Athletic Training interns, and at least one additional medical professional and/or medical administrator, including EMTs, RNs, MDs, etc.
This Medical Team will be responsible for the collective treatment of approximately 155 program participants.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work is of medium demand including occasional lifting/carrying of greater than 15 pounds, visual acuity, communication, hand and eye coordination, and manual dexterity necessary to operate equipment. The following movements may be required to perform essential functions: sitting, standing, reaching, walking, running, twisting, climbing, balancing, stopping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS
Contractor subject to pre-qualifying background screening
Contractor subject to acceptance of Participant Safety Agreement, code of conduct, and relevant contractor conduct policies
Bluecoats is an Equal Opportunity Employer
TRAVEL & SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS
Contractor will be required to travel to Bluecoats in-person programming, and travel with the operation when engaged during touring operations.
Travel, food, and accommodations are provided by Bluecoats.
6-week internship starting late-May and going through the end of June.
ABOUT BLUECOATS
Bluecoats is a non-profit performing arts education organization that operates programming for thousands of young aspiring musicians including the Bluecoats Drum & Bugle Corps, Bluecoats Indoor, Artistry IN BLUE, and THE BLUE WAY educational events. Bluecoats is a 501(c)3 organization headquartered in Canton, OH.
