Physician Extender - Licensed Athletic Trainer

Description

Physician Extender

Entity: Alliance Orthopedics
Reports To: Clinical Director

As a Physician Extender, you are an integral part of our sports medicine team of medical doctors, orthopedic surgeons, functional medicine practitioners, and pain management physicians. Our Physician Extenders function as the medical liaisons to our conservative care team of chiropractors, physical therapists, clinical athletic trainers, occupational therapists, exercise physiologists, and more! The ideal candidate will be certified in Athletic Training with a background in clinical settings.

Alliance Orthopedics

Alliance Orthopedics is a multidisciplinary healthcare organization dedicated to helping patients get back to the activities they love. Our integrated team of medical providers, orthopedic specialists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, chiropractors, athletic trainers, and rehabilitation professionals work together to create a seamless patient experience and deliver exceptional outcomes.

What sets Alliance Orthopedics apart is our collaborative approach. Medical and conservative care teams work hand in hand to eliminate barriers, improve communication, and collapse recovery timelines.

If you are passionate about movement, recovery, patient education, and helping people return to the activities they love, Alliance Orthopedics offers an opportunity to grow your career while making a lasting impact on the lives of others.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Build rapport and relationships with our patients, understand their goals
• Primary responsibility pertains to medical care coordination
• Obtain clinical history and perform preliminary assessments/evaluations
• Organize physician schedules, notes, imaging studies, care plans, etc.
• Record patient vitals, test results, progress notes, and other medical information while maintaining strict confidentiality
• Become the compassionate liaison between the physician and patient, providing support, attention, and encouragement to the patients and their families
• Conduct post-procedure next day follow-up
• Facilitate distribution of necessary Durable Medical Equipment
• Ensure compliance with all healthcare regulations including but not limited to, HIPAA and OSHA
• Partner with the Clinic Supervisor to execute additional administrative duties
• Stand out as a valuable team member, bringing energy in collaboration with all other healthcare disciplines in a team setting to help our patients get BETTER EVERYDAY!

Requirements:

• Valid New Jersey Athletic Trainer License REQUIRED
• Degree from and accredited Athletic Training Education Program
• 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting, preferably with OTC certification
• Basic understanding of patient care, medical terminology, coding procedures, reference tools, and appropriate clinical pharmacology for scope of practice
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills, especially the ability to show compassion for patients coming from all walks of life
• Familiarity with electronic medical record systems
• Willingness to challenge patients, other team members, and yourself!

Benefits:

• Consistent, predictable work schedule (no overnights or extended travel!)
• Clinic-based opportunity for ATCs (no rain gear necessary!)
• Collaborative environment fostering continued growth in a multidisciplinary approach to medicine
• VERY competitive salary and a runway for professional growth
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Accrued paid time off, sick time, and six paid company holidays
• Annual CEU reimbursement budget for licensed clinicians
• Retirement savings account with a percentage based company match

Alliance Orthopedics is the region's most dynamic multidisciplinary orthopedic practice with nine clinic locations across New Jersey

• Bloomfield
• Fair Lawn
• Union
• Randolph
• East Brunswick
• Middletown
• Freehold
• Old Bridge
• Toms River

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Time
• Paid Holidays

Job Type:

• Full-time, exempt
• On-site

Background Check Requirement: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information as permitted by law.

Salary : $60,000 - $80,000