Certified Athletic Trainer - Orthopedic Oncology

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Orthopedics and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) to support the Orthopedic Oncology division and provide high-quality patient care and care coordination. The ATC will function as a physician extender within the clinical practice, supporting attending physicians in delivering comprehensive patient care. This role requires travel to various MUSC ambulatory clinic locations to support oncology physicians and ensure continuity of care across settings. In addition to clinical responsibilities, the ATC will provide limited administrative support to attending physicians, as appropriate, to facilitate efficient clinic operations. All duties will be performed under the supervision of a licensed MUSC attending physician and in accordance with institutional policies and scope of practice guidelines.

Requirements

• Successful completion of the National Athletic Trainer's Association Board of Certification (BOC) examination
• Current active certification as an Athletic Trainer by the National Athletic Trainer's Association
• Current active licensure by the Department of Health and Environmental Control to practice as an Athletic Trainer in the state of South Carolina or gain SC licensure within 6 months upon selection for position
• Participation in continuing education (50 CEU's every 2 years)

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in Athletic Training or other appropriate field
• Possess previous Sports Medicine, Orthopedic experience
• Have experience with clinical Orthopedic operations

Responsibilities

• Provide general patient care in a clinical setting: triage patients and prepare for M.D. exams and procedures; assist with exams, procedures and treatments as necessary; instruct patients in collection of samples and tests; administer prescribed medications, treatments and tests as ordered by M.D.; observe record and report patient physical and psychosocial condition, reaction to medications and treatments to M.D.; respond to and triage incoming calls; instruct patient as ordered by M.D regarding treatment and/or medication. Call in orders appropriately as ordered by M.D.
• Coordinate patient care: Maintain timely flow of patients, schedule appointments and referrals based on urgency and availability; screen patients for appropriate information and provide patient education as appropriate for diagnosis and treatment; maintain and review patient records, charts, and other pertinent information, communicating information as appropriate; post-test exams results; review operative information with patient; educate patients in therapy treatment plans; assist with cast/brace and preoperative and equipment when needed; be available to assist on days when requested (i.e., graft prep, patient flow, etc.); assists surgery scheduling and interface with central scheduling.
• Maintain inventory and equipment: maintain exam room supplies, instruments and cleanliness as required by OSHA and UMA; ensure accurate calibrations, cleaning and scheduled maintenance of clinical/lab equipment as required by OSHA, CLIA and UMA; track by documentation.
• Perform Clerical and administrative duties as necessary: Complete office forms for patients (i.e. disability forms, FMLA forms).
• Attend in-services and meetings, participates in committees as requested.
• Assist MD’s in scheduling appointments, depositions etc

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level