Certified Athletic Trainer - Physician Extender ( Orthopaedics)

Performs direct athletic training services to patients in accordance with generally accepted athletic training standards, State of Maryland Athletic Training Practice Act, code of ethics, and departmental procedures. Under the supervision of a physician, and in accordance with the quality standards of the department, provides one-on-one clinic care as needed; and other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Filters and serves as a point of contact for outpatient clinic schedules to accommodate emergent add-ons.

• Obtains patient health history through observation, interview, and records review to include lab results, X-ray and MRI/CT scan results.

• Performs initial physical examination to assess type and extent of injury.

• Formulates a clinical assessment and communicates information about the injury with physician.

• Records patient evaluations, re-evaluations and care provided in the electronic medical record, in accordance with departmental documentation standards.

• Obtains needed equipment for exam room procedures.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in Athletic Training required

• Current Licensure as an Athletic Trainer in the State of Maryland.

• Two years of experience in a physician office or hospital preferred

• Working knowledge of managed care basics, and experience working with a managed care and Medicare population

• Comfortable using email and interacting with Internet applications

• Knowledge of practice management and word processing software

• Pleasant speaking voice and demeanor

• Good communication skills