Certified Athletic Trainer

Position Available: Certified Athletic Trainer

Job Type: Full Time

Start Date: As soon as possible

Schedule: Monday – Friday

Location: Moscow, ID/Pullman, WA

Inland Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Clinic, PLLC is proud to be the Palouse’s most established orthopaedic practice delivering quality orthopaedic and sports medicine care. Our physicians and team members provide exceptional patient-centered care for a better overall experience for patients of all ages. We are seeking upbeat, reliable Certified Athletic Trainers who are looking for a long-term career in the orthopaedic healthcare field. The applicant would work closely with our clinicians performing various clinical tasks. We hold clinics in our Moscow Office and our Pullman Office. Competitive wage and excellent benefit package that include reimbursement for state licenses, educational and professional growth opportunities. Applications will continue to be accepted until position has been filled. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

The Ideal Candidate For This Position Will Have:

• Effective interpersonal skills to communicate both in person and in writing
• Strong work ethic and ability to prioritize multiple tasks and follow through in a timely manner
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as an effective team member
• Takes initiative to ask questions, make proposals, and effectively problem solve
• Strong work ethic and ability to clearly organize and maintain files and documents, both digital and printed
• Demonstrate the ability and willingness to learn unfamiliar tasks and equipment operation within the scope of position
• To accept change in a positive and professional manner and to lead others in the same

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Excellent problem solving skills
• Experience with an electronic medical records system, preferably Epic
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Skills in basic data entry
• Excellent phone etiquette and ability to communicate effectively resulting in enhanced patient education & fostering greater patient understanding and satisfaction
• Ability to exhibit cooperation, flexibility, and provide assistance when interfacing with patients, physicians and staff
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to apply critical thinking
• Skills in organizing and reporting information that is accurate and complete
• Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
• Consistency and timeliness in attendance
• Triage referrals and works closely with the surgery schedulers, referral coordinator and front desk team members in processing referrals.

Job Duties

• Rooming patients and preparing initial intake of patients by performing the following but not limited to:
• May conduct initial brief physical assessment of involved extremity or body part
• taking patient history and vitals, intake patient information: past surgical history review of body systems, social history and review of medications
• Removing sutures and preparing injections
• Verifying images are available and loaded
• Assisting with cast application and removal
• Assisting with patient education and various patient paperwork
• Triaging patient needs and applying critical thinking in treatment plans
• Maintaining efficient patient flow by cleaning exam rooms between patients
• Preparing physical therapy orders and scheduling therapy
• Tracking medical supply inventory and ordering and stocking medical supply room and exam rooms
• Point of contact with product representative(s) for specialty area for physician(s) product needs
• Liaison for surgeon or mid-level conveying information to patients
• Works to develop and implement outreach program development
• May perform research and assist with writing articles as directed by Surgeon
• May provide crucial surgeon support in the OR, such as:
• Ordering and interpreting tests
• Assisting in surgery
• Managing post-operative care
• Uploads supporting documentation and authorization information into the EMR consistent with organization electronic record policy.
• Training of clinical staff
• Demonstrate knowledge of surgical procedures and of equipment and supplies needed for procedures. Point person and physician liaison in specialty office.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Bachelors or Masters of Science degree, in Athletic Training
• Doctorate not required but will be compensated for advanced education DOE
• Current BLS and State of Idaho & Washington Training License. NATA certified preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with colleagues and customers.
• Competent in computer skills including Microsoft Office products.
• Communicate effectively answering phones and speaking with patients & others.
• Ability to manage time, tasks, and resources appropriately.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technology.
• Ability to read and write clearly, and understand policies, labels, and written instructions.

Inland Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age or disability. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with Inland Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine depends solely on your qualifications.

Inland Orthopaedic Surgery is a drug-free, alcohol-free, and smoke-free workplace. If offered employment, passage of background screen and pre-employment drug screen is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $57,000.00 - $79,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Athletic Training: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• ID and/or WA ATC licensure. NATA preferred (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $57,000 - $79,000