"Certified Athletic Trainer - Orthopedics/PM&R, Highlands Ranch"

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 prior to physician visit; as needed, scan reports into Epic.
• Scrubs clinic schedule at least 48 hours prior, for scheduling errors; contact 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 Highlands Ranch, CO.

Why Join Us:

Community Practice Medicine, housed within the School of Medicine at the University of Colorado... [full why join text abbreviated for brevity, but include key points].

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Entry Level: Bachelor's degree.
Intermediate Level: Bachelor's degree. 2-4 years of experience...
Senior Level: Bachelor's degree. 5+ years...

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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)...

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively...

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit... 1. A letter of interest... 2. Curriculum vitae / Resume 3. Three to five professional references...

Questions should be directed to: Fernando Saldana, Fernando.Saldana@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins: Immediately and continues until the position is filled.

Anticipated Pay Range:
Entry Level: $51,000 - $61,200
Intermediate Level: $54,825 - $65,790
Senior Level: $58,650 - $71,846