Clinic and Outreach Athletic Trainer

Primary City/State:

Loveland, Colorado

Department Name:

C/P-Ortho Clinic

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Clinical Care

Estimated Pay Range:

$ $46.20 / hour, based on location, education, & experience.

In accordance with State Pay Transparency Rules.

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Locations:

Skyline Orthopedic E13th St. Loveland, Co 80537

Mountain Vista Orthopedic W 13th St. Greeley, Co 80634

Local outreach coverage at contracted high school.

Schedule: Hours vary based on business needs. In clinic hours will be Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm. Afternoon/evening coverage supporting contracted high school including some Saturday coverage will be required as well.

Day to day: This role will be a split role supporting outreach to a contracted high school for roughly 25 hours per week and working 15 hours per week in one of our orthopedic clinics. When in clinic, mainly supporting the needs of the MDs, PAs, MAs and other staff. You will be working with staff and patients for DME and casting needs, helping to educate patients on home exercises and teaching ambulatory aids to patients, as well as assisting with wound care and evaluations. You will have some community events that they will attend to do educational talks and presentations. When in the high school duties will be afternoon practices and games as scheduled, coordinating care of the athletes with the coaches and school, assisting in appointments with doctors if family needs help, other duties as normal outreach coverage needs.

This role will be very hands on and working at the top of our scope of practice.  This position will be focused on growing the practice outside of the clinic too, with collaboration in the local markets. There will still be athletic training duties involved so an ideal candidate is one that can wear many different hats and is flexible. The team of staff and doctors are excellent to work with that all really enjoy having an athletic trainer in clinic with them. CEU opportunities through clinic and educational sessions with other Banner athletic trainers in the system.

At Banner Medical Group, you'll have the opportunity to perform a critical role in the community where you practice. Banner Medical Group provides both primary and specialty care throughout the communities in which Banner Health operates. We do this in a variety of settings - from smaller group practices like our Banner Health Clinics in Colorado and Wyoming, to large multi-specialty Banner Health Centers in the metropolitan Phoenix area. We currently have more than 1,000 physicians and more than 3,500 total employees in our group and are seeking others to enhance our ability to deliver our nonprofit mission of providing excellent patient care.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position administers athletic training services in a community or clinic setting under the supervision of a supervising physician. They also have the capability of providing support to Orthopedic Surgeons or Sports Medicine Physicians through duties as an Athletic Trainer in the physician practice. These services include, but are not limited to, school screenings, injury prevention programs, athletic consults, injury assessment, and treatment and case management of injured athletes/clients undergoing rehabilitation. This position frequently attends practices and games for area schools and athletic clubs and community athletic events. This position may also provide proper post operative wound care and education, removal of sutures and dressing changes to post-surgical patients as directed by attending physician.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Evaluates musculoskeletal injuries and develops treatment and exercise plans within the scope of practice of athletic training. Re-evaluates treatment plans, as needed, to ensure maximum patient benefit. Assists providers with clinical examinations, including obtaining medical history and vitals, prepare injections, and taking necessary measurements. Instruct patients in pre- and post-operative care, proper care of casts and splints, and crutch training.

2. Implements individualized therapeutic interventions, and monitors responses to therapy to ensure client safety. Reports progress and medical changes to referring physician or appropriate medical provider.

3. Educates clients, families, and coaches regarding injuries, risk factor modification, and exercise programs. Provide evaluation and treatment of medical and musculoskeletal pathology consistent with the scope and practice of athletic training clinical competencies as defined by the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA), the Board of Certification (BOC) for the Athletic Trainers, and the applicable state's Board of Athletic Training.

4. May perform first and second assist functions during procedures and surgeries under direct supervision of a surgeon if candidate possesses current NBCOT certification or is currently training for the OTC license. Knowledge of all operating room aseptic techniques, including setting up proper draping and surgical fields. Positions and prepares patient for various orthopedic surgical procedures in operating room including fracture table setup, patient positioning, and specialized orthopedic instrumentation.

5. May apply, adjust and remove casts, splints, immobilization devices and traction under physician direction. Removes sutures, staples, pins and wires. Changes dressings and cares for wounds. Measures and fits patients for braces and other orthopedic devices. Educates patients about various orthopedic conditions.

6. May assist physician in reduction of fractures and dislocations. Assists with and performs the removal of orthopedic hardware and wound closure. Able to interpret most types of orthopedic fractures and dislocations on x-ray films.

7. Implements individualized therapeutic interventions, and monitors responses to therapy to ensure client safety. Reports progress and medical changes to referring physician or appropriate medical provider. Evaluates injuries and develops treatment and exercise plans within the scope of practice. Re-evaluates treatment plans, as needed, to ensure maximum patient benefit.

8. Develops reference and referral resources for patients and families which expedite their access to care. Incorporates best practices and responds to emerging trends to enhance clinical care and programs or services and develops effective tools to measure performance.

9. Has autonomy to determine how to best accomplish functions within established procedures and scope of practice. Confers with supervisor on any unusual situations. Positions are facility based with no budgetary responsibility. Internal customers: All levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: Physician offices, patient families, community/educational institution customers (administration, coaches, athletes, etc.), third party payers, medical supply companies, community and business organizations, and potential patient referral facilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field from an accredited university training program. Must possess knowledge of Athletic Training practices and competencies as typically acquired through three years of experience.

Current Board of Certification (BOC) for the Athletic Trainer certification and must possess a valid athletic trainer license issued in the state of practice, if applicable. Basic Life Support ( BLS) certification.

Requires the ability to work collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare providers. Must have strong interpersonal communications and human relation skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in Athletic Training or related field.

Current certification as an Orthopedic Technologist by the National Board of Certification for Orthopedic Technologists (NBCOT) or Orthopedic Specialty Certified by (BOC).

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Anticipated Closing Window (actual close date may be sooner):

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