Athletic Trainer Ambulatory Care Center Medical Office Full-Time Day Shift 25041

Join Our Team at New Bridge Medical Center!**

We are dedicated to providing high-quality compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If youre passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting New Bridge Medical Center is looking for an Athletic Trainer.

Job Duties

Requirements
Reviews the assigned MSK Providers patient list and schedule triaging cases within the MSK service line. Elevates questionable cases to the Physician Advisor.

Reviews the referral and the patient chart 5-7 days prior to the appointment.

Reviews lab results x-rays and MRI/CT results prior to entering the patients exam room.
Takes patient history and records the information in the patients chart.
Confer with physicians about new patient findings and potential diagnosis and treatment before they see each patient.
Obtains needed equipment for exam room procedures.
Prepares therapeutic injections and assists with minor procedures as needed.
Review pre-operative instructions and explain the surgical process to patients who are about to have surgery.
Ensure that patients obtain the required pre-operative clearance testing in a timely fashion prior to their scheduled surgical time by helping them navigate through the process.

Ensure that the ordered diagnostic lab/ imaging studies have been provided to the patient and assist with any inquiries from the patient.

Performs patient education duties; shows surgical videos hands out brochures and directs patients to specific Internet sites for more information.
Provides one-on-one clinic care as needed under the supervision of a physician and in accordance with the quality standards of the department including (taking a history performing an initial evaluation fitting of braces and splints per protocols providing therapy per protocols and assisting with outpatient procedures such as injections). Individuals must have the knowledge base to be able to evaluate and report findings to the physician.
Assists in the orientation and training of new team members.
Works collaboratively with the Ambulatory Service team to ensure the Medical Centers Mission Values Statements are exemplified each day in the outpatient care area.
Works with the Practice Administrator to ensure safe and professional patient care.
Follows patients discharged from the Emergency Room and acts as patient navigators for that patient population ensuring that proper follow-up is maintained.
Customer Service: respect flexibility knowledge confidence professionalism pleasant attitude patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely professional caring and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations
Maintains established departmental policies and procedures objectives quality assurance program safety environmental and infection control standards. Assesses gaps in policies and procedures and creates necessary policies and procedures to fulfill these gaps.
Understands and adheres to the Medical Centers Code of Conduct.
Familiar with the Medical Centers Mission Vision and Values Statements.

Other Duties
Attend monthly staff meetings.
Answers telephone calls utilizing the proper standards of telephone etiquette.
Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the department and organization.

Position Qualifications
1 to 3 years Customer Service Experience; prior Registration Knowledge required.
Current Certification as an Athletic Trainer by the Board of Certification.
Current Licensure as an Athletic Trainer in the State of New Jersey.
Two years of experience in a physicians office or hospital preferred.
Ability to make independent decisions about patient care.
Working knowledge of managed care basics and experience working with a managed care and Medicare population.
Comfortable using email and interacting with Internet applications.
Knowledge of practice management and word processing software.
Pleasant speaking voice and demeanor.
Good communication skills.
Neat professional appearance.

Education
Bachelors or masters degree in athletic training required.

Job Setting/Physical Demands
Position requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients as well as manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Involve standing and walking. Employees will occasionally be asked to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds. Normal visual acuity and hearing are required. Employees will work under stressful conditions and work irregular hours. Employees will be exposed to bodily fluids on a regular basis.

Typical Working Conditions
Employees will have frequent exposure to communicable diseases toxic substances ionizing radiation medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinical environment.

Salary commensurate with experience within posted range

$57000-$86000/Year

We provide a comprehensive benefits package including a competitive medical dental and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days personal time sick leave and nine paid holidays. Additionally we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.