Surgical Athletic Trainer

South Denver Hospital • Lone Tree, CO

20h

About The Position

You have a purpose, unique talents and now is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more. This is the heartbeat of our organization and your time will be spent in a supportive, team environment with resources to help you flourish and leaders who care about your success.
Responsible for assisting the physician in the clinic and operative setting (works independently and when required under the direct supervision of a physician) and coordination of all clinical care given to patients. Performs therapeutic procedures such as wound care, crutch and gait training and provides patient instruction on exercise. Works closely with the clinic team for optimal patient care. Greet and educate patients on the anatomical aspects of their visit. Perform telephone and general office duties, including scheduling appointments for diagnostic examinations and physical therapy according to physician’s orders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited athletic training program is required
• 1+ year related experience including experience evaluating and assessing patient injury required.
• Certified Orthopedic Technologist (OTC) OR other surgical certification - Required within 90 days of hire
• Board Certified Athletic Trainer Certification
• Successful completion of a SMA Residency or equivalent program
• BLSDrivers License
• Medium Work - exert/lift up to 50 lbs. force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. constantly

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a related sportsmedicine/healthcare field preferred
• 1+ year OR experience, preferred

Responsibilities

• Assisting the physician in the clinic and operative setting
• Coordination of all clinical care given to patients
• Performs therapeutic procedures such as wound care, crutch and gait training
• Provides patient instruction on exercise
• Works closely with the clinic team for optimal patient care
• Greet and educate patients on the anatomical aspects of their visit
• Perform telephone and general office duties, including scheduling appointments for diagnostic examinations and physical therapy according to physician’s orders.

What This Job Offers

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