Athletic Trainer Certified

Description

General Job Summary:

The athletic trainer is the liaison between the patient, physician, and their support staff. Job includes providing athletic training services to patients on an ongoing basis through treatment as guided by physician.

Essential Job Functions:

• Develops and cultivates contacts with referring physicians, business, schools, coaches and other referral services.
• Utilizes appropriate, sound and up-to-date clinical techniques to effectively assess and treat athletic injuries.
• Provides athletic training services to patients and athletes as required.
• Provides input as to the fitness and conditioning status of the patient.
• Responsible to provide home exercise protocols for patients per the doctor’s request.
• Responsible for patient brace/crutch fitting and product education.
• Performs other duties that may be necessary or in the best interest of the department/practice.

Requirements

Education/Experience: High school diploma. Registered/Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Orthopaedic Technician certification required or Athletic Trainer certification.  Two to three years of previous clinical experience preferred. CPR/AED and First Aid certification preferred.

Other Requirements: Schedules will change as department needs change, including overtime and weekends. Travel as needed.

Performance Requirements:

Knowledge:

1. Knowledge of OrthoCincy’s Mission, Vision and Values.
2. Knowledge of body mechanics.
3. Knowledge of electronic health records. 
4. Knowledge of OSHA and HIPAA guidelines
5. Knowledge of medical practice care and terminology.
6. Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.

Skills:

1. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
2. Strong follow through discipline.
3. Strong in tact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions.
4. Strong critical thinking skills.
5. Strong customer service skills.
6. Strong teamwork skills.
7. Strong communication skills in a professional manner during stressful and sensitive situations with patients of all ages. 

Abilities:

1. Ability to react calmly in emergency or stressful situations.
2. Ability to adapt to clinic functions in a timely manner.
3. Ability to work on a team while maintaining positive and professional relationships.
4. Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
5. Ability to proactively plan, prioritize, and complete tasks.
6. Ability to demonstrate compassion while caring for others.
7. Ability to use good reasoning and judgment and react calmly in emergency situations.

Equipment Operated: Standard medical and office equipment.

Work Environment: Medical office and exam/procedure room settings. 

Mental/Physical Requirements: Standing and walking 90 % of the time. Must be able to use appropriate body mechanics techniques when making necessary patient transfers and helping patients with walking, dressing, etc. Must be able to remain focused and attentive without distractions (i.e. personal devices). Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.