Athletic Trainer/Orthopedic Technician

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta•Mark, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Athletic Trainer/Orthopedic Technician (ATC/OTC) in Physician Practice sees patients presenting with athletic/sports injury independent of the physician. For patients presenting with general (non-athletic/sports injury) orthopedic concerns, the Athletic Trainer/Orthopedic Technician provides care in consult with the physician. The Athletic Trainer/Orthopedic Technician also maintains certification as an Orthopedic Technician, allowing function as procedural/surgical support to physician. Screens for history associated with reason for visit and obtains key information including activities, symptoms, and pain. Provides direct patient care including splinting/wrapping/bracing, fracture/dislocation reduction, surgical assisting, and patient education for injury prevention and treatment of existing injuries. Provides telephone triage and advice related to athletic/sports injury. Provides telephone triage and advice related to general (non-athletic/sports injury) orthopedic concerns in consult with the physician.

Requirements

3 years of similar experience in a healthcare environment
Experience in the identification, care, and follow up of on-field and sports-related injuries
Experience in clinical treatment aspects for sports medicine patients
Experience in musculoskeletal and neurological physical examinations
Experience in concussion etiology and treatment
Athletic Trainer Certified (ATC) - National Athletic Trainers Association
Licensed in State of Georgia - Georgia Board of Athletic Trainers
Orthopedic Technologist Certified (OTC) - National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Strong fundamental knowledge regarding musculoskeletal medicine and non-central nervous system neurology
Knowledge of musculoskeletal and neurological physical examinations
Knowledge of concussion etiology and treatment
Willing to work a flexible schedule and perform a variety of work-related tasks as needed

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree

Responsibilities

Performs clinical triage and initial assessment of patient's history, complaints/injuries and assists in diagnosis and development of treatment plans.
Coordinates marketing efforts by establishing relationships with and participating in personal visits in the community, including schools, sports clubs, and various organizations to help promote the sports medicine practice.
Attends miscellaneous sports events, programs, and/or activities to help create a presence and awareness of the sports medicine practice and provide educational and informational opportunities in the community.
Orders and performs ImPACT testing related to concussion.
Provides technical assistance to sponsoring physician in providing patient care: Patient and family education.
Skin preparation.
Applies, modifies, and removes casts, bandages, braces, and splints.
Provides assistance to sponsoring physician in surgery Sets up patient and equipment.
Maintains environment and equipment.
Assists with surgery, such as suctioning and retraction.
Immobilizes and supports limbs and joints.
Applies dressings, bandages, strappings, etc.
Returns patient phone calls, emails, faxes, physical training scripts.
Assists in research/data collection.
Assists physician in reading, reviewing, and addressing imaging studies.