Athletic Trainer I- Physician Practice

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Athletic Trainer I - Physician Practice develops, implements and maintains comprehensive health care programs for patients, clients and athletes. The practice of athletic training includes injury/illness prevention and wellness protection, clinical evaluation and recommendations for immediate and emergency care, treatment and rehabilitation, and organizational and professional health and well-being of individuals, all under the direction of a physician. The Athletic Trainer could be placed in various sites for provision of services including, but not limited to, physician practices, high school/college/university outreach programming and community events.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Under the direction of a physician, provides clinical evaluation and assessment of an individual for an injury or illness (or both), the immediate care and treatment of an individual for an injury or illness (or both), and the rehabilitation and reconditioning of an individual's injury or illness (or both). Assists clinical staff with the operation of the clinic, including rooming patients, obtaining appropriate vital signs, order entry (under the supervision of the physician), injection preparation, general paperwork and chart preparation. Performs clinical support tasks as outlined on the Clinical Support Staff Scope of Practice document. Reviews patients' medical histories and applies them in evaluation, assessment and processes. Presents patient's pertinent imaging and laboratory results. Provides wound management including, but not limited to, post-operative wounds, suture/staple removal, dressing care and appropriate first aid according to IHA protocols and the Clinical Support Staff Scope of Practice document. Applies appropriate crutch and brace fitting, cast and splinting using commercial or custom-made devices. Facilitates efficient and effective patient flow through the clinic utilizing professional ability and independent judgement. Collaborates with all healthcare professionals to ensure complete and thorough patient care. Responsible for efficiently screening patient needs via telephone and during visits according to IHA's Policies and Protocols. Directly enters medication, laboratory and radiology orders into the electronic medical record per state, local and professional guidelines, and divisionally approved processes and protocols. Tracks and informs patient of laboratory/diagnostic test results as directed by provider and according to IHA/office protocols; communicates with patient regarding provider instructions based on test results received. Administers prescribed medications and facilitates prescription renewals as directed by healthcare provider and done so as outlined on the Clinical Support Staff Scope of Practice document. Performs general specimen collection duties and/or assists with other office procedures/surgeries, as required; during the performance of these duties adheres to all IHA specified policies, procedures and safety precautions. Provides patient/family education as directed by healthcare provider. Takes and relays accurate, comprehensive, dated and signed messages in a timely manner. Serves as liaison between patient and healthcare provider, when necessary. Facilitates care coordination with resources for any social influencers of health needs. Ensures timely and courteous follow-up regarding patient questions. Cleans work area per IHA Environmental Cleaning Policy, examination rooms and equipment, as needed; performs limited maintenance of equipment. Assists with ongoing training of existing orthopaedic clinical staff, according to Clinical Support Staff Scope of Practice document and identifies gaps in skills. Responsible for continuing to develop their own skills by attending continuing education events and using the continuing education allowance to attend approved courses. Performs other duties as assigned and works within the scope of State of Michigan Athletic Trainer licensure. Other duties as assigned.