Athletic Trainer - Ortho Now

Medical College of Wisconsin; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

403B Retirement Package

Vacation and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

EFAP

Pet insurance

On campus fitness facility

Job summary

Medical College of Wisconsin seeks an athletic trainer with advanced clinical skills to support patient evaluation, DME fitting, and education within an interdisciplinary team.

You will contribute to program development, staff training, and documentation, while ensuring high-quality patient care and compliance with standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required as stated in the posting.
• Preferred certification as athletic trainer and BLS.
• Experience: preferred 2 years in related clinical settings.
• Knowledge of biology, clinical judgment and patient education emphasized.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced evaluation and treatment within an interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and staff; contribute to program development and education.
• Document care and ensure compliance with charting requirements.
• Collaborate with clinicians to coordinate DME fitting and care plans.
• Assist with patient rooming, injections, and clinic duties as needed.
• Lead or participate in team meetings to improve patient care and service.

Skills

Biology knowledge

Clinical judgment

Medicine

Cultural awareness

Consulting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Certified athletic trainer

Basic life support

Job description

Summary

Performs advanced evaluation and treatment skills and is involved in interdisciplinary collaboration, program development, staff education, and patient education.

Primary Responsibilities

• Utilization of Assessment Skills for new patient appointments, assist with ROM measurements for final Evals, perform focused Orthopedic assessment of patients, Assist in education of MD plan of care and review of Home Exercise Program, pre-surgical exercises, or care.
• Utilizes advanced clinical reasoning and skills in the selection Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and Brace Application, Fit, Patient education of diagnosis, expectations, treatment plan, surgery, post-op care, Facilitate outside referral if DME not appropriate. Evaluates the patient/family response to interventions as they relate to stated goals and expected outcomes and modifies as needed.
• Documentation of care provided, and patient instructions given.
• Successfully meets regulatory and compliance requirements for written documentation as evidenced by scores on quarterly chart audits.
• Consistently participates in team meetings, rounds, face to face discussions, etc. regarding patient care and/or customer service needs. Utilizes appropriate tools to effectively relay patient status to other team members, leaders, appropriate medical personnel, and patient/family.
• Collaboration with Team to assure the patient has necessary education for plan of care. Provides information/education to diverse patient/family populations addressing age-specific, cultural, and/or socioeconomic factors.
• Assist with the fit and designation of the DME. Identifies and facilitates the acquisition of appropriate equipment, supplies, and services to meet patients' needs, in compliance with insurance requirements and/or department standards. Demonstrates advanced understanding of complex patient equipment needs and explores alternatives as needed.
• Appropriate Charging of DME. Demonstrates and utilizes knowledge of program specific reimbursement information as it relates to required authorizations and treatment plans for all payers. Consistently enters clinical charges into the EMR on the date treatment is provided.
• Assists clinical team to room patients and assess status as per department procedures. Assist in injections and other procedures as needed with the care team.
• Perform clinical services under the direct supervision of the attending physician within the clinic setting. This may include the performance of appropriate medical history intake, measurements for final eval, Gait Training for Crutches, DME fitting, ordering of diagnostic tests, patient education, coordination with other health care providers (e.g., PT/OT to transition care) and other clinic duties specified by the attending physician.
• Demonstrates clinical expertise in a particular area of athletic training by providing education to department staff, obtaining advanced education or certification in the area of expertise, or routinely serving as a clinical resource to staff, including physicians and other hospital personnel.
• Leads the development of new or the revision of existing programs/services designed to enhance patient care or support program specific goals and patient education.
• Assumes project/committee leadership or other nonclinical duties as mutually agreed upon with leader.
• Collaborates with department leader to provide clinical and/or operational support to the department, including but not limited to:
• Coordinating work/projects in the department.
• Assisting with staff satisfaction initiatives.
• Leading educational groups or initiatives.
• Serving as a resource for clinical issues.
• Assisting with patient or staff scheduling issues.
• Assisting with devising/revising clinical competencies and staff training processes.

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

• Knowledge of biology, clinical judgment, medicine, cultural awareness, and consulting.
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail. Medical documentation, interpersonal, practice-based learning and improvement, empathy, and decision-making skills.

Qualifications

Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis.

Minimum Required Education: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Required Experience:

Preferred Education:

Preferred Experience: 2 years

Required Certification /Licensure(s):

Preferred Certification /Licensure(s): Certified athletic trainer, basic life support.

Physical Requirements

Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.

Work Environment

Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.

Sensory Acuity

Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.

Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

For a brief overview of our benefits see: Benefits Overview

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