Athletic Trainer - Sports Medicine - 139176

DESCRIPTION

Under the Sports Medicine physician supervision, the incumbent will support the orthopedic practice in the clinic setting by providing patient healthcare, support and education. Responsibilities: Assists the Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon in the OR (Resident Trained Only), including but not limited to assist with positioning and draping; apply routine dressings; apply brace/splints, hold retractors; hold scope; suction; irrigation. Provide direct patient care through rooming patients, clinical evaluation, physical exam, and treatment. Perform medical history on patients, including but not limited to history of injury or condition, primary or chief complaint, past medical history, and medication reconciliation. Determine appropriate therapeutic treatment and rehabilitation, reconditioning strategies and sets functional goals for the patient. Assist provider with establishing and documenting patient\'s health care plan and progress. Order entry for diagnostic studies, other referrals and/or medications under the direction of the supervising physician. Perform therapeutic procedures such as wound care, dressing changes, suture removal, prepping for injections, diagnostic ultrasound, cast, splints and/or durable medical equipment (DME) application and removal, supportive hardware adjustments, and fracture reductions. Applies, adjusts and removes manual traction devices and instructs patients in their use. Communicate and educate patients on plan of care, such as inquiries about treatments, therapies, pre- and post-operative care and expected outcomes. Perform administrative and clerical responsibilities necessary for effective and efficient clinic flow. Other responsibilities include assisting with the daily administration of clinic duties such as returning selected patient phone calls, scheduling patient appointments, entering appropriate information into the Epic EMR, and retrieval of necessary records relevant to the patient visit, equipment/supply management, cleaning/disinfecting the environment and other tasks as assigned. Works independently as assigned, or in collaboration with athletic trainers, physicians, and other staff in delivering healthcare services for patients. Mentor and manage on site education of students enrolled in University supported education programs or any other healthcare professionals. May assist physicians in research as needed. May administer various therapeutic techniques as needed. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of an Athletic Training Residency or Fellowship with emphasis in the surgical training before the hire date. Bachelor\'s Degree in Athletic Training or related field. Must have Orthopedic Technologist Certification (OTC). Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) certified by the NATABOC. Minimum of two (2+) or more years of experience as a certified athletic trainer. BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within 6 months of hire date. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to interact effectively to establish cooperative working relationships with persons of diverse backgrounds and at various organizational levels within and outside the university. Strong computer skills in programs relevant to job duties.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master\'s degree in related field. One (1+) or more years of orthopedic clinic experience.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs. Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical. Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range: Unclassified - No data available (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: Unclassified - No data available Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable). Other information: Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications/resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information. UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant\'s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC\'s policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace Apply Now #J-18808-Ljbffr UC San Diego