Clinical Athletic Trainer

Job Title: Clinical Athletic Trainer

Summary

The Clinical Athletic Trainer is an integral part of a fast-paced orthopedic practice that must excel in IBJIs core values of patient-centric care musculoskeletal care and teamwork. This position serves as a clinical liaison between patients physicians advance practice providers rehabilitation professionals and support staff to ensure efficient high-quality musculoskeletal care throughout the continuum of care.

The Clinical Athletic Trainer functions within the scope of practice established by the Board of Certification (BOC) state athletic training licensure regulations organizational policies and physician-delegated responsibilities. Responsibilities include patient assessment clinical documentation care coordination patient education procedural assistance and diagnostic test Clinical Athletic Trainer promotes excellence in patient care while supporting clinical efficiency quality initiatives education and research activities.

Responsibilities

Clinical Patient Care

• Obtain and document comprehensive patient histories including chief complaint mechanism of injury past medical history medications allergies and functional limitations
• Perform musculoskeletal evaluations including range of motion strength testing neurovascular assessment palpation functional testing ligamentous evaluation and special orthopedic testing
• Assist physicians with patient examinations treatment planning and follow-up care
• Prepare patients for office procedures and assist physicians during injections and other clinical procedures
• Provide post-operative care including wound assessments dressing changes suture removal and patient education as directed by the supervising physician
• Apply fit and educate patients regarding durable medical equipment (DME) braces orthotics and assistive devices
• Provide exercise instruction rehabilitation guidance and education regarding injury prevention treatment plans surgical procedures recovery expectations and return-to-activity protocols
• Monitor patient progress and communicate clinical concerns to the physician team

Care Coordination and Practice Support

• Coordinate patient care across physicians advanced practice providers physical therapists imaging departments and outside healthcare providers
• Facilitate diagnostic testing including radiographs MRI CT EMG ultrasound laboratory studies and specialty referrals under physician direction
• Manage physician clinic workflows and assist in optimizing patient access and scheduling efficiency
• Respond to patient phone calls portal messages and clinical inquiries in a timely and professional manner
• Serve as a clinical resource for administrative staff call center personnel and interdisciplinary team members
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record in accordance with organizational regulatory and payer requirements

Quality Education and Program Development

• Support departmental initiatives related to patient safety quality improvement compliance and operational excellence
• Assist in the development implementation and revision of clinical policies procedures and best practices
• Participate in continuing education activities and maintain current knowledge of evidence-based orthopedic and sports medicine practices
• Contribute to educational programming including journal clubs case reviews conferences and departmental in-services
• Serve as a mentor and clinical preceptor for athletic training students residents and other learners as assigned
• Participate in physician-led research projects data collection efforts and scholarly activities as requested

Professional Expectations

• Demonstrate professionalism integrity accountability and a commitment to exceptional patient service
• Foster collaborative relationships with physicians advanced practice providers rehabilitation staff and administrative personnel
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA OSHA state practice acts accreditation standards and organizational policies
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals

Education

• Bachelors degree from a CAATE-accredited Athletic Training Program required
• Masters degree in Athletic Training Sports Medicine Exercise Science or related healthcare field preferred

Certifications/Licensure

• Board of Certification (BOC) Certified Athletic Trainer required
• Current State Athletic Training License or eligibility for licensure required
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association required

Experience

• Experience in orthopedic sports medicine physician practice collegiate professional or clinical athletic training setting preferred
• Experience with electronic medical records and clinical documentation preferred
• Experience with durable medical equipment fitting and patient education preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently stand walk bend stoop and reach throughout the workday
• Ability to occasionally lift carry push or pull up to 25 pounds
• Ability to perform close visual work including computer use documentation and patient assessment
• Ability to safely assist patients and handle clinical equipment as required
• Physical demands may vary based on assigned clinical location and responsibilities

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Duties and responsibilities experience qualifications skills supervisory relationship physical/mental demands and environmental/ working conditions may change as needs evolve.

Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location skills and relevant experience. We offer the following benefits to those who are benefit eligible (30 hours a week): medical dental vision life and AD&D insurance long and short term disability 401k program with company match and profit sharing wellness program health savings accounts flexible savings accounts ID protection plan and accident critical illness and hospital addition we offer paid holidays and paid time off.