Athletic Trainer

Job Description Summary

MUSC Health – Orangeburg is seeking a passionate Certified Athletic Trainer to play a meaningful role at the heart of community sports and health. In this dynamic position, you’ll support the Rehab Services and Sports Medicine Departments while serving Orangeburg County School District student‑athletes directly at a high school site. You’ll be a trusted point‑of‑care professional, delivering prevention, injury management, on‑field coverage, rehabilitation, referral guidance, and community outreach for athletes across multiple age groups.

Under the collaboration of a skilled healthcare team including physicians, physical therapists and advanced practice providers, you’ll help keep athletes safe, strong, and ready for the next play.

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Employee

Regular

CC005116 ORBG - Athletic Trainers

Salary

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• A. Is punctual and professional in attire and behavior 100% of the time.
• B. Provides acute evaluation of sports related injuries.
• C. Monitors exacerbation of chronic conditions requiring medical attention.
• D. Utilizes professional judgment to triage patients to appropriate level of care.
• E. Actively refers potential patients to MUSC services.
• F. Works collaboratively with the team’s coaches and athletes.
• G. Acts as liaison between physician/physical therapist and team coach.
• H. Communicates playing status of the athlete to MD, PT, and coach on a regular basis.

• A. Responds to electronic communication and meeting requests in a timely manner.
• B. For referred athletes – sends information including patient history and MOI to the appropriate healthcare provider.
• C. Regularly updates success factors throughout the year.
• D. Consistently manages schedule and ATC Calendar.

• A. Selects and performs appropriate assessment procedures based on accepted practice standards.
• B. Assessment of general medical sports related conditions, injuries and fitness to play.
• C. Refers to appropriate professionals to include orthopedic surgeon, primary care physician, physical therapist, and psychologist.
• D. Documentation for referred athletes is completed on day of injury/referral in the ATC referral database/documentation system.
• E. Documentation for non‑referred athletes is completed on day of injury and updated regularly in ATC referral database/documentation system.
• F. Accurately documents results such as range of motion, strength, reflexes, palpation, visual appearance, diagnosis, treatment plan and playing status.

• A. Is proficient with taping, bracing, padding, for treatment of acute injuries and injury prevention.
• B. Proficient with wound care on the field for acute sports injuries.
• C. Safely and appropriately administers modalities such as ultrasound, electric stimulation, heat, ice, etc..
• D. Is knowledgeable about prophylactic bracing and sports related Durable medical equipment.
• E. Develops a patient specific rehabilitation program designed to restore function after injury, aid in injury prevention and enhance athletic performance.
• F. Appropriately refers patients to MUSC Sports Medicine services.
• G. Coordinates return to play care and maintenance program with treating physician and PT.

• A. Organizes and pre‑participation physical screening/assessments.
• B. Maintains documentation for PPEs.
• C. Identifies concerns and refers to the appropriate health care provider.
• D. Establishes a program to monitor athletes’ health status throughout the year.
• E. Develops and Implements Sports Performance and Conditioning Program.
• F. Successfully implements Injury Prevention program for multiple sports.
• G. Monitors outcomes of the program.

• 1. Successful completion of the National Athletic Trainer’s Association Board of Certification (BOC) examination.
• 2. Current active certification as an Athletic Trainer by the National Athletic Trainer’s Association.
• 3. Current active licensure by the Department of Health and Environmental Control to practice as an…