Emory Healthcare Smyrna , GA 30080
Posted 2 months ago
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Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:
This is an experienced athletic training position with clinical and/or operating room responsibilities to one or more orthopedic physicians and/or surgeons under the direction of the Sports Medicine or Orthopedic Clinic Manager.
Provide athletic training services for Emory Orthopedics or Sports Medicine under the direction of a designated orthopedic physician. The incumbent has direct patient contact primarily for the evaluation and treatment of medical and musculoskeletal pathology consistent with the scope and practice of athletic training clinical competencies as defined by the NATABOC and the State of Georgia Athletic Training Credentialing Board.
Surgical Assist in the Operating Room
Therapeutic Procedures: Prepare and assist the physician with injection procedures done in the office. Provides proper post-operative wound care and education, removal of sutures and dressing changes to post-surgical patients as directed by the attending physician. Develops and implements patient management plans, assists in provision of continuity of care from offices visits through surgery if necessary as well as therapy needs. Perform cast and/or durable medical equipment (DME) application and removal.
Patient Education: Serves as a link between patient and physician during patient care. Performance of educational responsibilities in specific to the needs of each individual patient, including; exercise instruction and demonstration and answering patient questions in regards to the treatment plan, surgery, rehabilitation and future care.
Additional Responsibilities may include
Master's Degree in Athletic Training or a Healthcare related field and graduate of an Athletic Training Residency Program (Accredited program preferred) that includes one (1) year of experience working in an Orthopedic Physician practice setting.
A Master's Degree in Athletic Training or a Healthcare related field with an OTC and 2 years of OR experience will be accepted in lieu of completion of a residency program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association is required.
Salary: $28.12 - $46.02/hour.
The grade and salary of the position are based on specific criteria met within the qualifications of relevant experience, skills, performance and internal equity. This position is eligible for shift differentials.
Additional Details
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium Max 25lbs): up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
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