Athletic Trainer Clinic chez OSS Health

JOB SUMMARY:

The Athletic Trainer when in the clinic, assists the physician, along with other members of the team, in providing administrative assistance to patients of the Orthopaeadic clinic. Assists with the maintenance of patients’ electronic medical records. Provides exceptional customer service to the patient, patient’s family and colleagues.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences, Sports Medicine, Athletic Training or a related field required.

Qualifications:

• Two years of experience preferred.

• Current PA State License in Athletic Training and an AT Certification through the Board of Certification required.
• Clearances as required by PA CPSL, Act 34, and Act 15 and any others requested by OSS Health, a school or organization.

• Current certification in basic life support (BLS) required, or the ability to obtain before working independently with students or patients.

• Must be able to prioritize work and be self-directed.
• Must be able to communicate professionally in all settings.

• May guide and mentor less experienced or newly hired staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs administrative tasks, such as keeping records and writing reports on injuries and treatment programs.
• Assists with clinical documentation.
• Participates in implementation of policies, procedures and protocols for the clinical area as specifically related to team functions.
• Calls post-operative patients to check on their status.
• Receives /Returns Patient Phone Calls.
• Monitors to-do/triage list daily.
• Communicates significant clinical issues, consistent with the organizational policies, procedures, guidelines and mission, to the Clinical Operations Coordinator and/or Clinical Director.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

No direct reports.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Must be proficient in the English language, both verbally and written, in order to communicate effectively with patients, co-workers, physicians, vendors, and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Moderate physical effort when working in patient care environment consisting of standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, and stooping. Moderate sitting and keyboarding along with fine and gross motor skills and manual dexterity to operate keyboard and other equipment. Ability to occasionally lift and/or move at least 40 to 50 lbs. Must be able to respond quickly and effectively to an emergency.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Climate controlled environment and periods of being outside at athletic events. May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens, sterilizers, electrical and mechanical hazards, confused or combative patients and unpleasant elements. Subject to stressful situations; may work long or irregular hours.