Athletic Trainer - Full time Virtua Reconstructive Orthopedics

virtua; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Virtua Health in Vineland, NJ is seeking a Full-Time Certified Athletic Trainer to join our busy orthopedic practice. You will work alongside physicians and clinicians, manage patient flow, and prepare patients for exams in a high-volume setting.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a health-related field, NATA certification, and BLS CPR. You will provide wound care, assist with casting and splinting, and maintain EMR records while delivering compassionate care close to home.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a health-related field is required.
• NATA certification and state licensure as determined by New Jersey.
• BLS CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Acts as liaison between patients and physicians.
• Prepares patients for exams with history and exam data.
• Records patient data in EMR during and after visits.
• Maintains clinic flow and ready data for review by physicians.
• Communicates treatment plans clearly to patients and families.
• Performs casting, splinting, wound care, and fitting of braces.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient communication

Team collaboration

EMR proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in health-related field

NATA Certification

BLS CPR Certification

Tools

EMR software

Job description

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that’s wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.

If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.

In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations , we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program , telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location

Vineland - 994 West Sherman Avenue

Remote Type

On-Site

Employment Type

Employee

Employment Classification

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Work Shift

1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours

40

Additional Locations

Somers Point - 547 New Road

Job Information

Summary

We are currently seeking a Full-Time Certified Athletic Trainer to join our clinical team in a multi-provider, high volume Orthopedic office setting.

Position Responsibilities

• Acts as a liaison between patients and Physicians.
• Prepares patient for exam by obtaining a thorough history, physical examination and preparing patient for provider exam.
• Records patient data gathered during examination and maintain patient's file in EMR.
• Responsible for maintaining clinic flow in all areas of the clinic to include directing physician to their next patient and having pertinent data available and ready for review.
• Able to communicate effectively the intended treatment plan with written and verbal instruction to ensure patient comprehension and compliance.
• Performs duties of casting, splinting, suture and staple removal, wound care, brace and crutch fitting and education.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required

1-3 years of similar job experience.

Required Education

Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in health-related field.

Training/Certifications/Licensure

• Must have fulfilled all requirements of the NATA Board of Certification Inc. exam and state licensure or regulation as determined by the State of New Jersey.
• BLS CPR Certification

Hourly Rate

$24.51 - $36.89

The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant's experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Benefits

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to:

• medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance
• health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement)
• paid time off
• paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
• short-term disability and optional long-term disability
• colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance
• tuition assistance
• an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions

Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.