Athletic Trainer

Orthopaedic Specialists of Austin; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Orthopaedic Associates of Maine is seeking an Athletic Trainer to join a patient-centered, fast-paced orthopaedic team. You will work closely with orthopaedic physicians, assist with intake, triage, patient education, and operative support, while ensuring high-quality care and safety.

In-office collaboration is essential to streamline patient flow and outcomes. You will gain hands-on experience in cast and splint application, DME fitting, gait training, and care coordination within a supportive

Qualifications

• Experience with patient intake: rooming, collecting medical history, and vital signs.
• Triage and assess patients, coordinate care with physicians and APPs.
• Educate patients on injury prevention, rehabilitation, and pre/post-op care.
• Apply casts, splints, braces, and DME to support recovery.
• Train patients on device use and gait techniques.
• Assist with in-office procedures and maintain efficient patient flow.
• Document patient interactions accurately in the EHR.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, providers, and clinic staff.
• Uphold patient confidentiality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient intake—rooming, vital signs, and obtaining medical history.
• Triage and assess patients, prioritizing urgent cases and coordinating care with physicians & APPs.
• Provide patient education on injury prevention, rehabilitation, pre/post-op care, and wellness.
• Apply casts, splints, braces, and DME to support recovery.
• Train patients on proper device use and gait techniques.
• Assist with in-office procedures and ensure efficient patient flow.
• Document patient interactions accurately in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, providers, and clinic staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the highest standards of patient care and safety.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

EHR documentation

Injury prevention

Job description

Are you passionate about helping people recover from musculoskeletal injuries? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment? If so, Orthopaedic Associates of Maine wants YOU to join our team as an Athletic Trainer!

Why Join Us?

At Orthopaedic Associates of Maine, we’re dedicated to providing top-tier care to our patients while fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. In this role, you’ll work alongside renowned orthopaedic physicians, helping patients navigate their recovery journey. You’ll get hands-on experience in patient care, casting, splinting, DME fitting, and injury prevention education—all while making a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

What You’ll Do

• Assist in patient intake—rooming, vital signs, and obtaining medical history
• Triage and assess patients, prioritizing urgent cases and coordinating care with physicians & APPs
• Provide patient education on injury prevention, rehabilitation, pre/post-op care, and wellness
• Apply casts, splints, braces, and DME to support recovery
• Train patients on proper device use and gait techniques
• Assist with in-office procedures and ensure efficient patient flow
• Document patient interactions accurately in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, providers, and clinic staff
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the highest standards of patient care and safety