Athletic trainer vs resident athletic trainer

Differences between athletic trainer and resident athletic trainer duties and responsibilities

Athletic trainer example responsibilities.

• Administer rehabilitation procedures and the safety of athletes at practices and games including ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
• Evaluate and create a rehabilitation program for ankle sprains, fibula fractures, and shin splints.
• Administer multiple therapeutic techniques for student athletes including electrical stimulation and ultrasound
• Assist physical therapist in generating rehabilitation protocols for patients, progress exercises, order supplies for clinic and oversee aide scheduling.
• Assist with OSHA record keeping.
• Maintain cleanliness of gym and stations.
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Resident athletic trainer example responsibilities.

• Apply, manage and instruct patients on the use and care of orthopedic appliances such as splints and braces.
• Develop and maintain CPR, a, and OSHA compliant medical monitoring programs for employees.
• Supervise post-op and recovery of patients.
• Present and participate at psychiatry department educational meetings, seminars, grand rounds and clinical supervision relate to study.
• Implemented/Creat rehabilitation programs and supervised/educate student interns and volunteers.