"Certified Athletic Trainer - Orthopedics, Inverness"

Certified Athletic Trainer - Orthopedics, Inverness

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Community Practice

Position #: 00791390 - Requisition #: 35844

Job Summary:

The Certified Athletic Trainer provides high-quality support to physicians and advanced practice providers (APPs) in meeting the operational needs of the practice and the medical needs of the patient. The ATC assesses and evaluates patient conditions, and then plans, implements, provides, monitors, evaluates, and documents patient care in a manner according to ATC scope and standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Escorts patients to and from exam rooms and readies them for physicians: Takes vital signs, records medical history/symptoms, patient progress, physical exam, and any special tests as deemed appropriate by Provider.
• At the direction of the Provider: Performs patient education, calls in pharmacy refills, assists with appointments, or arranges follow-up tests or admissions.
• Completes appropriate forms and referrals.
• Performs Clinic Preparation: Obtains all special study reports and physical therapy progress reports before physician visit; as needed, scan reports into Epic.
• Scrubs clinic schedule at least 48 hours prior for scheduling errors; contacts patients to reschedule/obtain additional information.
• Assists in the provision of patient equipment and materials by obtaining insurance authorizations for products and supplies provided.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Englewood, CO.

Minimum Qualifications:

Entry Level: Bachelor's degree.

Intermediate Level: Bachelor's degree. 2-4 years of experience in an orthopedic/sports medicine setting providing direct patient care OR the completion of a recognized AT residency program.

Senior Level: Bachelor's degree. 5+ years of experience in an orthopedic/sports medicine setting providing direct patient care.

Substitution (For All Levels): A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications (For All Levels):

• Master's degree.
• 1 year of experience in an orthopedic setting providing direct patient care.
• Experience working in conjunction with orthopedic/sports medicine physicians.
• Advanced Casting Technician.
• National Phlebotomy Certification.
• Orthopedic Tech Certified.
• Surgical Assist.
• Athletic Training Residency trained.
• Bilingual, Spanish-speaking.
• Epic, Kronos, and Healthstream experience.

Conditions of Employment:

• Certification by and in good standing with The Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer.
• Licensure with the State of Colorado as an Athletic Trainer.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross healthcare provider-level CPR certification.
• Maintains all required licensure and certifications for the position.
• Must be able to work in person.
• Must be able to travel to alternate locations as assigned.

Anticipated Pay Range:

Entry Level: $51,000 - $61,200

Intermediate Level: $54,825 - $65,790

Senior Level: $58,650 - $71,846

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Kevin Berning, kevin.berning@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins: Immediately and continues until the position is filled. For best consideration, apply one month after posting.