Athletic Trainer Certified

Emergeortho, P.A•Clayton, NC

35d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join EmergeOrtho as a Certified Athletic Trainer - Hiring Immediately! EmergeOrtho is committed to being the trusted leader in innovative, quality-focused comprehensive musculoskeletal care. With offices across North Carolina, our Triangle Region is currently seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer who is ready to thrive in a collaborative and rewarding clinical environment. As part of the EmergeOrtho-Triangle Region Sports Medicine Team, the Outreach Athletic Trainer provides professional patient care, under physician supervision, to local high schools, community colleges, and other community partners. This position will be primarily with a Johnson County High School, home event medical coverage for a local community college, as well as an occasional time in a Physcial Therapy clinc. This includes: Injury and illness prevention and wellness promotion Examination, assessment and diagnosis Immediate and emergency care Therapeutic intervention Health care administration and professional responsibility

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in athletic training
BOC Athletic Trainer certification is required
North Carolina State License is required
Current First Aid and CPR certification
Current National Athletic Training Association (NATA) Membership
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to perform duties by taking initiative without direct daily supervision.
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers, providers, and patients
Knowledge of basic computer programs

Nice To Haves

Experience in casting and splinting preferred
Previous experience in an orthopedic clinic setting preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain an adequate knowledge base regarding precautions for the patient undergoing physical medicine services and treatments
Monitor patient flow for physicians.
Greets patient, and escorts the patient from the waiting room to the exam rooms, x-ray, or cast room
Monitor the physician schedules as appropriate to ensure adequate patient flow and preparation for clinic
Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments and supplies for physician assessment
Prepares injections as ordered by the supervising physician
Assists physicians in preparing for examinations and minor procedures
Prepare patient for examination, including appropriate clothing, positioning, and supplies necessary to complete patient exam
Obtain and document patient medical history including the reason for the visit and any other pertinent information related to treatment prior to physician exam
Participates in minor procedures such as suture removal, dressing changes, cast or splint, and/or DME application
Obtains prior authorization for procedures, equipment, and medication, if appropriate
Ensures timely communication with the patient regarding the plan of care and response to questions or concerns
Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization
Maintains compliance with infection control policies and procedure
Maintains patient confidentiality; complies with HIPAA privacy and confidentiality guidelines established by the practice
Maintains compliance with continuing education requirements to maintain current certifications, licensures, etc.
Performs other duties as required and assigned by Manager, including schedule changes and travel to office locations as assigned