Athletic Trainer (ATC)

Signing Bonus: $5,000

POSITION TYPE: Full-time or Part-time outreach with local and away game coverage. Daytime and evening hours.

JOB SUMMARY: The primary purpose of this position is to safely, effectively and efficiently perform athletic training duties while working under the supervision of the Sports Medicine providers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Outreach for high school athletic training and industrial medicine opportunities 
• Assist provider in assessing physical conditions and carrying out treatment programs
• Administer effective physical modalities and rehabilitation plans
• Orchestrating patient clinic visits and perform orthopedic examinations
• Prepare patients for provider examinations
• Document patient information accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Maintain and apply therapy equipment, Cupping/Graston/Dry Needling available
• Educate patients and/or families regarding training, injuries, and rehabilitation  
• Maintain clean & organized work areas, exam rooms, and treatment rooms
• Perform taping, bracing, splinting, casting, bandages and skin care
• Receive and return patient telephone calls in a timely manner
• Assist in prior authorization for medications and medical equipment
• Clean and sanitize clinic equipment per clinic protocol
• Adhere to clinic and departmental procedures and protocols
• Perform additional duties as assigned

SUPPLEMENTAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Remain punctual, reliable, and available for late coverage if applicable
• Maintain a positive and respectful attitude while supporting the clinic’s vision
• Maintain required certification and/or licensure applicable to degree
• Maintain current BLS CPR certification
• Work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain a neat and well-groomed professional appearance
• Interact positively with all interdisciplinary team members
• Maintain confidentiality of all information acquired through clinic employment
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with patients, providers, internal personnel, and outside facilities
• Follow clinic emergency/safety protocols and attend mandatory meetings
• Abide by clinic protocols, ergonomic recommendations, and OSHA standards
• Adhere to the clinic philosophy and provide comprehensive care according to a patient-centered healthcare clinic

• Subject to interruptions and frequent problem solving activities
• Subject to hostile and emotionally upset patients, staff, or outside agencies
• Flexibility in scheduling required to meet department needs 

• Abide by ergonomic recommendations of the position
• Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetic devices that will enable these senses to function adequately
• Stand for several hours
• Subject to lifting and carrying supplies averaging 25 pounds
• Repetitive motions involving use of phone and keyboard

EDUCATION:

Minimum:   Graduation from an accredited athletic trainer certification program and licensed by the State of Wisconsin

                                                                                    or

                                                   BA or BS with a licensed athletic trainer certification

EXPERIENCE:    

Minimum:    Graduation from Undergraduate or Master’s Degree Program as applicable

KNOWLEDGE:                                                                                    

• Ability to work independently with minimal instruction
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good judgment skills and ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to apply supportive tape and braces correctly
• Knowledge of PC, Windows, & Microsoft Office