Athletic Trainer - Community/Clinic

Proliance Surgeons•Bellingham, WA

12d

About The Position

The Athletic Trainer - Community/Clinic role is an exceptional opportunity for a certified Athletic Trainer to literally get off the sidelines and into the game. Our Athletic Trainers work shoulder to shoulder with physicians, mid-level providers, physical therapists, MAs, and orthopedic technicians. Together, our dynamic clinical team helps our patients - from athletes to weekend warriors live their best lives. Our Athletic Trainers use their specialty knowledge and a deeply rooted compassion for helping our patients. Key Duties and Responsibilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Support the physician and/or mid-level provider in the delivery of exceptional orthopedic care at our clinic locations and physical therapy departments. Provide support on the sidelines at athletic events. Support our afterhours orthopedic urgent care clinic as needed. Provide casting, bracing, splinting, or other DME equipment. Administer injections, remove casts, splints, and dressings as directed by physician. Prepare equipment and supplies for clinical procedures such as aspirations, injections, and X-rays. Take patient medical histories, obtain chief complaints, take vital signs, and prepare patients for examination and treatment. Manage the flow of patients throughout the clinic, rooming patients in a friendly and polite manner. Prepare prescriptions or prescription refills as directed by physician. Assist with the scheduling of tests and treatments. Respond to patient and payer phone calls. Order and maintain clinical and office supplies and equipment. Maintain patient files in the EHR and document as necessary. Participate in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations. Adhere to OSHA safety rules and HIPAA regulations. Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Must possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in a health-related field.
Minimum 2 years of experience collegiate setting and/or ER or Ortho Clinical Experience
NATA-BOC Certified and have a current WA State License
Demonstrated passion around sports performance and success in supporting multiple orthopedic sub-specialties.
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Demonstrated proficiency in managing patient flow in the clinic without diminishing focus on patient care.
Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA and HIPPA regulations and ability to apply those regulations on a day to day basis.
Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology and ability to educate patients and/or families on proper care and treatment as directed by the physician.
Provide exceptional service to all of our patients.
Exhibit professionalism and ethical behavior at all times.
Maintain OSHA and HIPAA regulations.
Maintain strict confidentially of patient information and business within the organization’s policies.
Adhere to all policies and procedures for our organization.
Treat everyone with respect, courtesy, and friendliness.
Confidence and maturity are essential personal characteristics.
The person in this position must also have exceptional organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous successful experience working in a clinical setting; experience in the orthopedic specialty is preferred, orthopedic casting experience is a plus.
Demonstrated proficiency with Epic EMR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the physician and/or mid-level provider in the delivery of exceptional orthopedic care at our clinic locations and physical therapy departments.
Provide support on the sidelines at athletic events.
Support our afterhours orthopedic urgent care clinic as needed.
Provide casting, bracing, splinting, or other DME equipment.
Administer injections, remove casts, splints, and dressings as directed by physician.
Prepare equipment and supplies for clinical procedures such as aspirations, injections, and X-rays.
Take patient medical histories, obtain chief complaints, take vital signs, and prepare patients for examination and treatment.
Manage the flow of patients throughout the clinic, rooming patients in a friendly and polite manner.
Prepare prescriptions or prescription refills as directed by physician.
Assist with the scheduling of tests and treatments.
Respond to patient and payer phone calls.
Order and maintain clinical and office supplies and equipment.
Maintain patient files in the EHR and document as necessary.
Participate in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
Adhere to OSHA safety rules and HIPAA regulations.
Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.