Job Type:
RegularScheduled Hours:
40Job Summary:
Reports to the Practice Manager, the Clinical Athletic Trainer practices as a physician extender assisting providers in all aspects of patient care which could include, but not limited to accurate and precise assessment, special testing (FABER, Slump, manual muscle, dermatome, etc.), advanced imaging orders, counsel patients on diagnosis, home exercise program education, and DME fitting. May be required to use special programs such as ImPACT testing and be able to administer BESS testing. Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors, and other employees regardless of cultural background.Job Description:
EDUCATION:
REQUIRED: Bachelor of Science, Athletic Training
PREFERRED: Master of Science, Athletic Training
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
Board of Certification (BOC) (within 6 months of hire)
Ky State Licensure (2 months after achieving BOC certification)
First Aid/CPR per National Athletic training Association (NATA) requirements
Valid drivers license for travel between office sites.
BENEFITS:
- No Nights, Holidays, or Weekends. Exceptions include Urgent Care and After-Hours Clinics
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 403b with Match
- Opportunity for Career Growth
POSITION DUTIES - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Understand and uphold SEPs Mission, Vision, and Values.
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations including HIPPA, OSHA, CLIA, BOC-ATC and KBML.
- Utilize critical thinking skills, problem solving abilities and efficient evaluation skills to perform accurate and precise assessment, special testing (FABER, Slump, manual muscle, dermatome, etc.) and advanced imaging orders as needed.
- Provide subjective and objective findings to the provider and document appropriately in EPIC.
- Assist in office procedures (ultrasound guided injections, pain pump refills, etc.), procedure education, DME fitting, application and education following proper office protocol including documentation in electronic medical record.
- Perform post operative assessments, wound checks, and appropriate education.
- Counsel patients on diagnosis, treatment options, outcomes, and provider home exercise education.
- Perform ImPACT testing to assess for concussion and administer BESS testing for balance post-concussion.
- Room patients following standardization guidelines including escorting patient to exam rooms, interviewing patient, address patient concerns about exam and measure vital signs. Clean and disinfect exam room upon completion of visit.
- Maintain all logs and required check (refrigerator, expired meds, temperature, etc.)
- Communicate to patients with lab and test results, triage patient phone calls, perform medication refills, schedule patient visits, timely referral process and prior authorization completion.
- Enhances professional growth and development of self by participation in continuing education and in-service training.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
- Ability to work in team-based care and decision-making culture.
- Ability to perform rapid and efficient assessment and formulate reports to provider.
- Ability to keep a clear head and calm demeanor when talking to patients, family, staff, and medical professionals.
- Understanding of electronic medical records and documentation requirements.
- Ability to understand written protocols, lab reference manuals and memos.
- Proficient communication, comprehension, reading and writing skills
- Ability to manage a steady volume of work accurately in a busy environment
- Demonstrated ability to work independently resulting in effective outcomes and on-time performance.
- Must work carefully and precisely with attention to detail.
- Performs duties willingly and with initiative. Shares necessary information so co-workers can do the same.
- Cooperates with other departments and work groups.
FLSA Status:
Non-ExemptRight Career. Right Here. If you have a passion for taking care of the community and are interested in Healthcare, you will take pride in the level of care we provide at St. Elizabeth. We take care of patients and each other.
