ATC Physician Extender

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute; Westmont (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in orthopedic care is seeking a certified athletic trainer to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing rehabilitation services to patients with orthopedic injuries and illnesses, promoting excellent patient care, and collaborating with physicians to develop effective treatment plans. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and embody the core values of patient-centric care and teamwork. With a commitment to quality and innovative practices, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on patient recovery and well-being.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Program with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Health Savings Accounts

Flexible Savings Accounts

Life and AD&D Insurance

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Athletic Training Program.
• Must hold Illinois Licensure as an Athletic Trainer in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Provide rehabilitation services to patients with orthopedic injuries.
• Develop rehabilitation and treatment regimens in conjunction with physician recommendations.
• Maintain and stock supplies/inventory as instructed.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Rehabilitation Services

Team Collaboration

DME Fitting

Body Mechanics

Education

Accredited Athletic Training Program

Illinois Licensure as Athletic Trainer

Job description

Description

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute, LLC, is one of the largest independent physician-owned orthopedic practices in the United States, with 100 locations and 150 physicians throughout the Chicagoland area, expertise in every orthopedic specialty, and complete diagnostic and rehab services. Illinois Bone & Joint Institute offers relief, solutions, and the comprehensive integrated care you need.

IBJI's dedicated physicians and staff pair cutting edge technology with modern practice techniques to offer the most beneficial and effective means of recovery. This integration allows us to perform a full-range of collaborative and comprehensive services that directly impact our patients quality of life. IBJI wants to help you move better, so you can live better.

Summary

IBJI Certified Athletic Trainers (ATC) are an integral part of a fast-paced orthopedic practice, that must excel in IBJI’s core values of patient-centric care, musculoskeletal care, and teamwork. Duties include providing rehabilitation services to patients with orthopedic injuries and illnesses, and general rehab services to patients who fall within other diagnostic categories. Serves as a liaison between our practice and the surrounding communities and their educational and recreational systems. Supports the physician and staff members, continuously seeking new and innovative ways to offer treatment, services and programs. Participates in QA, UR, Outcome and safety committees within the Organization. All responsibilities should be performed while maintaining the highest standard of care and integrity in order to provide the best patient experience possible.

We are currently seeking a certified athletic trainer to join our team alongside an orthopedic surgeon who is double board certified in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, with a speciality in treating sports-related injuries in adolescents and adults, particularly involving the knee, shoulder, and elbow.

Responsibilities

• Promote excellent patient care.
• Demonstrate clear and effective communication skills to educate patients about their plan of care.
• Develop positive relationships with the physician teams at IBJI
• Takes an active role within the patient medical team
• Manage/coordinate clinical schedule(s) as directed.
• Assist with patient examinations and treatments.
• Order tests/labs based on MD/PA direction.
• Communicate with physicians, physical therapists, and physical therapy assistants, regarding patients’ conditions, treatments, and protocols.
• Develop rehabilitation and treatment regimens in conjunction with physician recommendations.
• Proper referral of patients for appropriate diagnostic and follow-up procedures and subsequent injury tracking.
• Compliance with completing daily paperwork and maintaining patient EHRs.
• Maintain, order, and stock supplies/inventory as instructed.
• Prevention, recognition, evaluation, triage, rehabilitation, and reconditioning of all athletic injuries for patients and athletes of varying ages.
• Independently schedule and perform DME brace fitting and educate patients with proper donning and doffing.
• Return voicemail and email messages from patients and clinical staff in a timely manner.
• Attend continuing education seminars to keep Illinois license in good standing.
• Always follow HIPAA/OSHA guidelines and regulations.
• Other duties may be assigned at any time by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Athletic Training Program
• New graduates are welcome to apply
• OTC preferred
• BOC Certified Athletic Trainer
• Must hold Illinois Licensure as an Athletic Trainer in good standing.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Professional and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with DME fitting and application.
• Ability to lift greater than 25 pounds
• Demonstrates good understanding of proper body mechanics for lifting, pulling, pushing
• Ability to be stand and sit for sequences of time greater than 30 minutes
• Ability to work on a computer for lengthy times during the day

Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills and relevant experience. We offer the following benefits to those who are benefit eligible (30+ hours a week): medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long and short term disability, 401k program with company match and profit sharing, wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible savings accounts, ID protection plan and accident, critical illness and hospital benefits. In addition, we offer paid holidays and paid time off.