Athletic Trainer - Certified

Responsibilities And Duties

• Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned including checking schedules and organizing patient flow; accompanying patients to exam rooms; assisting patients as needed with walking transfers, preparing for exam, etc.; collecting patient history; performing screenings per provider guidelines; charting; relaying instructions to patients/families; answering calls, and providing pertinent information.
• Completes clerical responsibilities as assigned may include sending/receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab/X-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.; completing forms/requisitions as needed; scheduling appointments; verifying insurance coverage and patient demographics; managing and updating charts to ensure that information is complete and filed appropriately.
• Fits patients and gives appropriate instruction on a variety of DME. Prepares patients for diagnostic tests and assists in the coordination of patient care; be proficient in casting and splinting applications and associated procedures including dressing changes, associated applications and suture removal.
• Completes organizational responsibilities as assigned including respecting/promoting patient rights; responding appropriately to emergency codes; sharing problems relating to patients and/or staff with immediate supervisor.
• Availability for sport coverage duties at various events; rounding with contracted high schools and colleges to provide care, assistance and education to injured athletes.
• Fulfills clinical medical assisting responsibilities, which include checking vital signs; physical examination preparations; prescription verifications with physician’s orders; laboratory procedures including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines; quality control methods; emergency first aid.
• Medical assistants must adhere to the MA scope of practice in the laboratory and practice based on NYS guidelines.
• Works as part of a team along with Physicians, APPs, Licensed Nurses, Receptionists and all other staff. Always maintains patient confidentiality. HIPAA Compliant.
• Complies with organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

Job Requirements

• Candidates must have at minimum a bachelor’s degree and be a NYS Certified Athletic Trainer.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and customer service attitude.
• PREFERRED: Experience working as an MOA or ATC in an athletic environment Outpatient/Office setting