Athletic Trainer - Sports Medicine Clinic - (Charlottesville, VA)

Responsible for providing patient care, health teaching and a safe environment to patients in an inpatient or outpatient setting, or in the patient's home as directed by physicians, physicians assistants, and in collaboration with registered nurses Collaborates with the registered nurse under direction of a physician through data collection concerning the physical, psychological, social and cultural dimensions of patients according to practice standards and institutional policy/procedure. Organizes and prioritizes patient care activities considering the needs of the patients and the interdisciplinary team. Implements age appropriate interventions based on individual patient's needs as directed by the physician or physician assistant in collaboration with nursing Maintains efficient patient flow throughout the clinic background. Assists in developing and implementing patient/family teaching plan based on identified health education needs and the condition and age of the patient.