Certified Athletic Trainer Physician Practice
Bethlehem, GA - USA
Job Summary
Imagine a career at one of the nations most advanced health networks.
Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network a nationally recognized forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.
LVHN has been ranked among the Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. Were a Magnet(tm) Hospital having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Centers prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an A grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020 the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHNs commitment to teamwork compassion and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.
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Summary
Athletic Trainer Clinic is responsible for assisting the provider by accurately determining and communicating the patients current and previous medical condition to the provider while helping maintain the flow of patients through services received. Supports the Orthopedic Sports Medicine department by working under direct supervision of the physician in the areas of clinic operation patient care education safety and scribing.
Job Duties
- Scribe the note for provider which includes HPI physical exam diagnostic review discussion/summary and medical/work excuse.
- Assists in rooming the patient and completing clinical intake.
- May enter order for: x-rays per protocol as LVPG standard medication under the direct supervision of the provider (per LVPG protocol and standard) for further workup studies (MRI CT Scan EMG) under the direct supervision of the provider (per LVPG protocol and standards).
- Review daily schedule and bring scheduling changes/adjustments to providers attention (includes rescheduling or calling other office/individual to confirm specific equipment is available).
- Demonstrates appropriate knowledge base of anatomy physiology biomechanics and nutrition.
- Performs other supportive functions for the orthopedic providers including but not limited to: suture/staple removal casting bracing splinting DME and crutch fitting and dispensing.
- Draw injections for provider and assist with injection procedure.
- Assist with completing surgical communication tool.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Athletic Training or Exercise Physiology from a CAATE accredited program.
- Less than 1 year
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks organize workloads and manage time.
- Ability to educate patients on exercise instruction.
- Ability to coordinate care services with other health care providers.
- Must be able to travel within 50 miles of home cost center.
- AT - Athletic Trainer BOC - State of Pennsylvania within 1 Year
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
- ATL - Athletic Trainer License - State of Pennsylvania within 1 Year
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters Degree in Athletic training or Exercise Physiology from a CAATE accredited program.
Physical Demands
Lift over 50 lbs. Push/pull up to 140 lbs. Carry 80 lbs. short distances. Frequent standing/walking squatting kneeling crawling climbing and reaching overhead.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity accordance with and where applicable in addition to federal state and local employment regulations Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race color religion sex age national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include but are not limited to recruitment selection hiring transfers promotions terminations compensation benefits educational programs and/or social activities.
Work Shift:
Day ShiftAddress:
2775 Schoenersville RdPrimary Location:
Bethlehem- Schoenersville RoadPosition Type:
OnsiteUnion:
Not ApplicableWork Schedule:
Variable shift and hoursDepartment:
LVPG-L Ortho & Sports Med - BethlehemRequired Experience:
IC
About Company
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