The Orthopedic Partners - Cottonwood Heights, UT
posted 18 days ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Cottonwood Heights, UT
About the position
The Athletic Trainer position at The Orthopedic Partners Clinic involves providing full-time support to an Orthopedic Surgeon in a dynamic medical practice. The role encompasses both administrative and direct patient care responsibilities, aimed at delivering high-quality orthopedic care. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to patient well-being.
Responsibilities
- Prepare examination rooms, ensuring cleanliness and stocking necessary supplies.
- Greet and room patients, take patient history; document and share information with physician and/or PA.
- Discuss the patient's initial evaluation and plan of care with the physician and/or PA.
- Carry out prescribed treatments and recommendations by the physician and/or PA including dressing changes, suture removal, and injection preparation.
- Responsible for DME fitting and education.
- Perform basic wound care, dressing changes, and suture removal under the direction of the surgeon.
- Educate patients on post-operative care, home exercises, and rehabilitation protocols.
- Prepare and educate patients and their families by explaining the process and providing reassurance.
- Assist in the operating room and conduct post-op clinic independently as needed.
- Triage and respond timely and appropriately to patient phone calls and paperwork.
- Schedule patient appointments and follow-up visits, coordinating with other departments as necessary.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records (EMR), documenting patient encounters, procedures, and treatment plans.
- Coordinate referrals to other healthcare providers, diagnostic imaging facilities, and physical therapy as needed.
- Manage and organize patient medical records, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Athletic Training required.
- BOC Certified Athletic Trainer (BOC) required.
- A minimum of 1 year of experience with applicable patient care and administrative duties is preferred, but willing to train the right individual.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and workflow management skills required.
- Must maintain a professional attitude towards patients and an excellent and collegial working relationship with other personnel involved in patient care.
- Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills, ability to work independently, and manage time effectively.
- Computer and EHR software proficiency.
Benefits
- Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Company 401k contribution
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Life Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
