Athletic Trainer, DME Coordinator

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off and Holidays

401(k) Savings Plan

Commuter Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Continuing Education of up to $2,500

Job summary

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer/DME Coordinator for our outpatient clinic in Chicago, IL. You will measure and fit orthopaedic braces, educate patients, and manage inventory and pre-certifications.

The role is full-time, Monday–Friday, with no weekends or holidays, offering a strong benefits package and opportunities for continuing education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Trainer or related field.
• Certified Athletic Trainer.
• Orthotic Fitter Certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Measure and fit off-the-shelf orthopaedic bracing and other devices.
• Instruct patients regarding use of orthopaedic bracing products and devices.
• Order products and maintain inventory of DME Store.
• Check patient benefits and perform pre-certification for certain products.
• Recommend orthopaedic bracing and products to patients on a walk-in basis.
• Communicate patient questions or concerns regarding products with physician and staff.
• Communicate with product representatives and vendors regarding product issues.
• Maintain licensure/certifications per Illinois, BOC, and NATA codes.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Perform duties as workload dictates.

Skills

Orthopaedic bracing measurement

Patient education

Inventory management

Pre-certification process

Vendor communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Trainer or related field

Certified Athletic Trainer

Orthotic Fitter Certification (preferred)

Job description

It’s the people that make the difference. Are you ready to make your impact?

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush is nationally recognized as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services. The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked Top 10 in Orthopedics by U.S. News & World Report. Founded in 2003, MOR is comprised of internationally-renowned Orthopedic and Spine surgeons who pioneer the latest advances in technology and surgical techniques to improve the lives and activity levels of patients around the world. MOR doctors are the official team physicians for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Fire Soccer Club and DePaul University Athletics.

Ready to join?

We are looking for a Certified Athletic Trainer/DME Coordinator to be based at the outpatient clinic located in Chicago, IL near the Illinois Medical District. In this role you will be responsible for measuring, fitting, adjusting, educating and maintaining inventory of braces and devices for surgical and non-surgical patients. The DME Coordinator is a key point of contact for the patient, internal staff, physician office and vendors. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, no weekends or holidays.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Measure and fit off-the-shelf orthopaedic bracing and other orthopaedic devices.
• Instruct patients regarding use of orthopaedic bracing products and other orthopaedic devices.
• Ordering of products and maintaining inventory of DME Store.
• Check patient benefits and perform pre-certification for certain orthopaedic product.
• Recommend orthopaedic bracing and products to patients on a walk-in basis
• Communicate patient questions or concerns regarding orthopaedic products with physician and staff.
• Communicate with product representatives and vendors regarding product complications or issues.
• Maintains licensure and certification requirements to comply with the State of Illinois, BOC, and NATA Code of Ethics.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Perform duties of co-workers and subordinates as workload dictates.

Education And/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university in Athletic Trainer or other health-related field.
• Certified Athletic Trainer.
• Orthotic Fitter Certification preferred but not required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in an orthopedic or medical setting preferred but not required.

What’s in it for you? MOR offers their employees a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

Pay Range: $50k- $65k annualized. Compensation at MOR is determined by many factors, which may include but are not limited to, job-related skills and level of experience, education, certifications, geographic location, market data and internal equity. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.

• Quarterly Bonus Incentives
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance.
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• 401(k) Employer Contribution.
• Pet Insurance.
• Commuter Benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts (FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA).
• HSA Employer Contribution (when enrolled in a HDHP).
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Continuing Education of up to $2,500 annualized.
• Excellent working relationship with prestigious group of physicians in Orthopedics in the US and #1 in Illinois and Indiana.

Our employees make the difference in our patients’ lives, and we value their contributions. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career with an industry leader. Come see what we’re all about. Equal Opportunity Employer.