Athletic Trainer-Clinic/Outreach

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking an athletic trainer to work within outpatient clinic settings, delivering direct patient care under supervision and guiding treatment plans to improve recovery.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, schools, and community partners to support athletic training services and outreach programs, while educating patients on home-based exercise and injury prevention.

Qualifications

• Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Indiana State Athletic Training Licensure or eligible is required.
• Board of Certification (BOC) Certified Athletic Trainer.
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers or Red Cross Professional Rescuer is required.

Responsibilities

• Assists providers with in-office procedures, treatments, casting, bracing, and other direct patient care needs.
• Performs direct patient care in outpatient clinic under supervision of clinic/practice manager and providers.
• Develops and implements treatment plans to optimize recovery and patient outcomes.
• Educates patients and families, including home exercise programs and discharge planning.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team to advance patient plan of care and improve operational efficiency.

Skills

Athletic training

Patient education

Team collaboration

Clinical procedures

Education

Master’s Degree in Athletic Training

Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training

Indiana State Athletic Training Licensure or eligible

BOC Certification

AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers

Job description

Overview

IU Health is looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

This is a full-time position for our Clinic and Outreach teams.

Description

Works with provider(s) in an outpatient clinic under the supervision of the clinic/practice manager and provider(s). Performs duties associated with direct patient care in accordance with organization standards. Assesses, treats, and rehabilitates athletic injuries under the guidance of a licensed physician. Assists providers with in-office procedures, treatments, casting, patient education, and assuring efficient patient flow. Patient education will range from explaining next steps in the treatment plan to educating patients through a home exercise program or bracing. May perform computerized provider order entry per provider. Participates in decision-making, teaching, mentoring, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to advance the patient plan of care, achieve set outcomes, and enhance operational efficiency.

Contributes to the planning and implementation of specific treatment and prevention programs for patients and student groups. Coordinates and provides sports medicine and/or rehabilitation services ensuring ordered procedures, treatments, and documentation are completed. Provides athletic training services for athletic, community, and outreach events. Builds relationships with patients, providers, schools, athletic programs, community organizations, and other outreach partners to support IU Health sports medicine and rehabilitation services.

Connect to Promise

Demonstrates a commitment to IU Health’s mission, vision, and values by exhibiting behaviors and delivering results that align with the strategic direction of the organization. Ensure IU Health is working toward its vision of improving the health of all Hoosiers by providing the best care for each person as we practice our values of purpose, excellence, compassion and team.

Clinical Practice

Performs complete diagnostic evaluation of patients by administering the appropriate tests and measurements to determine level of impairment. Performs direct patient care services utilizing appropriate techniques and procedures as defined by the department. Develops a treatment plan based upon the evaluation, patient goals and goals established to optimize treatment and the recovery of the patients. Modifies treatment programs at regular intervals documenting patient progress and response to treatment. Provides education, training, and support to patient/family to assist with treatment requirements, discharge planning and home programming. Assists providers with in-office procedures, treatments, casting, bracing, and other direct patient care needs. May perform duties associated with symptom-management, direct in-clinic patient care, telehealth patient care, quality improvement activities, and other duties as assigned. Assists team leaders with scheduling and patient triage as needed. Strives to meet and exceed individual/patient/family and other customer expectations.

Outreach and Sports Medicine Services

Contributes to the planning and implementation of specific treatment and prevention programs for patients and student groups. Coordinates and provides sports medicine and/or rehabilitation services ensuring ordered procedures, treatments, and documentation are completed. Provides athletic training services for athletic, community, and outreach events. Supports relationships with schools, athletic programs, community organizations, providers, and other outreach partners. Identifies opportunities to educate and connect patients, student groups, and community partners with IU Health sports medicine and rehabilitation services.

Collaboration

Coordinates job activities with team members and leaders as required. Finds workable solutions that can be leveraged by other team members. Seeks out best practices for performing job duties. Participates in decision-making, teaching, mentoring, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to advance the patient plan of care, achieve set outcomes, and enhance operational efficiency.

Problem Solving

Proactively and clearly identifies problems or issues, and suggests alternative solutions. Uses resources such as other team members, written or online manuals or work related materials, etc. to creatively address existing or anticipated work problems.

Critical Thinking

Leverages curiosity and insights to explore rationale behind decision-making. Connects pieces of information from various sources to improve problem solving capabilities and recommendations. Recognizes and distinguishes questions, problems, and conflict.

Communication

Shares thoughts and information in a clear, concise and professional manner, in both oral and written communication formats. Demonstrates active listening and seeks further information to ensure clarity and understanding. Promptly responds to requests for information.

Relationship Building

Builds rapport and finds common ground with others, creating experiences and interactions where people consistently feel heard, valued and respected. Provides exemplary customer service to internal and external customers by being proactive, responsive and encouraging teamwork.

Training/Education

Develops an education plan or materials for patients, families, staff, student groups, or community partners based on individual learning priorities and evaluates effectiveness of education provided. Makes necessary adjustments based on response to plan.

Adaptability

Adapts to changes in job demands, work priorities, and organizational structure without adverse effects on job performance. Takes guidance and instruction from leaders and implements accordingly.

Qualifications

• Requires a Master’s Degree from an accredited academic program in athletic training or a Bachelor’s Degree in athletic training prior to 2023.
• Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Indiana State Athletic Training Licensure or eligible is required.
• Must be a Board of Certification (BOC) Certified Athletic Trainer.
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers or Red Cross Professional Rescuer is required.

As the most comprehensive medical system in Indiana, IU Health offers many different career opportunities as you grow professionally. IU Health also offers a substantial benefits package, PTO Program, 401k match, and several other programs to meet your needs. These are just a few reasons why applying for your career with IU Health is a good choice.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.