Trainer-Physician Extender

Department:

Status:

Benefits Eligible:

Hours Per Week:

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm.

Wednesday 9:30 -7:00.

Pay Range

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in athletic training from a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) program. Master's degree preferred.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION: Current athletic training certification by the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC). Currently licensed or eligible for a State of applicable state License in Athletic Training within 30 days of hire. Ability to complete American Heart Association Healthcare Provider (BLS), which includes CPR and AED training within 30 days of hire.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Provide clinical athletic training services in local orthopedic clinics following the rules and regulations of the National Athletic Trainers Association Code of Ethics, BOC Standards of Professional Practice, applicable state State Practice Act and Regulations for Licensed Athletic Trainers, and system-wide and Orthopedic departmental Policies and Procedures. This position may require you to travel to local orthopedics clinic locations as needed.

Room patients and obtain pertinent medical history from patient/guardian.

Perform clinical injury evaluation and assessment of patient's level of function and follows standardized clinical practice in the area of diagnostic reasoning and medical decision making.

Order x-rays and/or imaging exams for patients as directed by providers.

Ability to prepare injections as directed by provider.

Provides support to the physician with procedures and wound care.

Apply custom splint and/or fiberglass casts as well as removal of casts.

Fit and instruct patients how to use braces, boots, crutches, splints, and any other durable medical equipment (DME.).

Provides support to the physician with concussion testing (baseline and/or post-injury), and maintains necessary training on concussion education, management, and care.

Provides therapeutic home exercise program instruction.

Administrative duties includes; answer patient calls, preparing charts (if applicable), patient paperwork, making post op calls, scheduling and coordinating patient appointments, completion of insurance, referral, disability, and FMLA forms, obtain prior authorizations.

Document/chart clinic notes in EPIC (EMR) with minimal mistakes.

Maintain confidentiality (HIPAA) in matters relating to patient records.

Assists in Patient Education for chronic and acute disease.

Participate in patient data collection for research studies (as needed).

Clean and stock exam rooms with required supplies.

Adheres to departmental dress code when providing on-site Athletic Training services.

Participates in professional growth and development related to the field of sports medicine to further his/her knowledge and maintain competencies required for the position and specific unit/ area(s) of assignment.

Assist with planning, organizing, implementing and compliance of departmental and policies.

Perform other related clinical duties as required incumbent to State Board of Medicine/ Board of Athletic Training Statue and Rules.

All employees must be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

OTHER DUTIES: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Skills & Qualifications:

Excellent leadership qualities and decision making skills, as well problem solving abilities.

Excellent communication skills to include oral and written comprehension and expression. Relay information appropriately over telephone, computers, and other communication devices. Explain all processes to patients in plain language and utilize teach back to ensure understanding.

Ability to work independently & confidently.

Proactive in building relationships with AHWFB physicians and staff.

Interact with staff/visitors with a variety of developmental and sociocultural backgrounds.

Promotes an open atmosphere of communication. Communicates is a professional and timely manner with physicians, staff, and all members of the healthcare team.

Informs supervisor and the healthcare team of issues and resolutions to potential problems as appropriate. Communicates pertinent information horizontally and laterally.

Ability to understand and communicate medical terminology with patients, parents, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.

Works within the Sports Medicine Team concept and accepts assignments based on department need and organizational needs and provides medical coverage as needed.

Initiate problem solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective work relationships with peers.

Ability to work well with all ages, races, class and gender of people

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Day shift; set hours may vary depending upon departmental needs. Some evening and/or weekend work required depending upon departmental needs.

Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

Ability to manage a stressful work environment that includes frequent interruptions.

Clinics may be hectic, & stressful at times including frequent interruptions. Situational awareness may be necessary.

Possible exposure to infections, contagious diseases, and patient elements.

Will occasionally encounter emergency and crisis situations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Employees are asked to sign a statement indicating whether they can perform the essential functions of their position.

Requests for accommodation will be considered on an individual basis.

Amount of time spent performing the following activities:

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100 lbs. maximum

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health 

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.