Athletic Trainer (1.0 FTE) - Orthopedic Clinic

Hennepin Healthcare • Minneapolis, MN, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1m ago

Job Description - Athletic Trainer (1.0 FTE) - Orthopedic Clinic (241943)

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

We are currently seeking a full-time Athletic Trainer to join our Orthopedic Clinic. A hiring incentive is available for eligible external candidates (current employees, and former employees returning to HHS within one year are ineligible).

SUMMARY

Athletic training encompasses the prevention, examination, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of emergent, acute, or chronic injuries and medical conditions. Collaborates with physicians & other providers to provide preventative services, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention, and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assessment and treatment of patients with orthopedic conditions
Treatment and Rehabilitation - Technical training and proficiency in skills related to application of casting material, special braces, and orthopedic soft goods
Injury and Illness Prevention and Wellness Promotion
Clinical Evaluation and Diagnosis under provider direction
Applies / removes protective or injury-preventive devices such as tape, bandages, casting, and braces under provider direction
Prepares for injections, changes dressings, applies durable medical equipment, and removes sutures/staples under provider direction
Provides first aid or emergency care
Assists provider with minor orthopedic procedures
Gathers and verifies pertinent patient information; compiles patient medical data
Assists with documentation of patient data into electronic health records system
Ensures coding requirements are followed during entry of patient information
Maintains an efficient, organized clinical flow
Acts as a prescribing delegate to enter medical orders (i.e. medications, laboratory services, imaging studies, and other auxiliary services into the computerized provider order entry (CPOE) into patient electronic records under the direct supervision of the provider)
Prepares, stocks, and cleans exam room
Rooms patients and prepares for exam
Any and all other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:

Certified Athletic Trainer (AT-C)

Preferred Qualifications:

1 – 2 years’ experience in a clinical setting

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology required
Knowledge of diagnostic procedures, pharmacology, and treatment assessments required
Ability to articulate descriptions of orthopedic conditions based on the understanding of anatomical structures and their relationship with one another
Ability to prioritize work based on volume and deadlines
Knowledge of proper application of aseptic techniques, dressing changes, wound care, and removal of sutures, staples, pins, K-wires, and set-up of surgical fields
Strong organizational and customer service skills
Ability to work well in a critical environment and be detail oriented

License/Certifications:

Certified Athletic Trainer (AT-C) required

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.

Department: Orthopedic Clinic