Athletic Trainer- Orthopaedics- Durham

Duke; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Athletic Trainer to join their multi-specialty physician practice in Durham, NC. This role involves providing direct and indirect patient care, performing clerical duties, and ensuring a safe and organized clinic environment. You will have the opportunity to work alongside premier medical professionals and contribute to a nurturing atmosphere that values collaboration and innovation. With competitive compensation and a commitment to diversity, this position is perfect for those passionate about athletic training and patient care. Join a team that prioritizes purpose and excellence in healthcare.

Benefits

Commitment Bonus of $7,500

Competitive Compensation

Nurturing Work Atmosphere

Diverse Workforce

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in athletic training or equivalent from a CAATE accredited program required.
• NATABOC Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care including rooming patients and documenting histories.
• Perform clerical duties and maintain clinic organization.
• Ensure a safe work environment and fulfill EOC responsibilities.

Skills

Patient Care

Clerical Duties

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Athletic Training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in athletic training

Tools

Medical Charting Software

Job description

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Date: Mar 19, 2025

Duke Health Integrated Practice is an exceptional, multi-specialty physician practice encompassing 140 clinics across North Carolina. We attract and retain premier medical professionals with competitive compensation, benefits, and a nurturing work atmosphere that unites passion and purpose.

Duke North Carolina Orthopaedic Clinic 3609 SW Durham Dr, Durham, NC 27707

$7,500 Commitment Bonus Eligible | Paid out in 2 equal installments over 12 months in 6-month increments (6 months and 12 months).

Only new hires who have not worked for Duke University Health System in the past 12 months (at the time of offer) are eligible to receive the commitment bonus.

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking an Athletic Trainer to provide direct and indirect care to patients at Duke North Carolina Orthopaedic Clinic located in Durham, NC.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Care Responsibilities: rooming patients, collecting histories, documenting 1st pass HPI, charting, answering phone calls, completing forms, teaching HEP & walking with crutches.
• Clerical Duties: prepping clinics, obtaining test results, updating charts, verifying insurance, obtaining authorizations, coordinating referrals and appointments.
• Fulfills EOC Responsibilities: cleaning exam rooms, ordering and stocking supplies, restocking exam rooms, cleaning exam tables, maintaining a safe work environment by checking for expired supplies and medications, emptying sharps containers.
• Organizational Duties: promoting patient rights, responding to emergency codes, following HR, Compliance and Joint Commission policies.
• Responsibilities that vary according to state law, which include autoclaving, checking vital signs, suture removal, dressing changes, entering orders based on physician protocols, biohazard waste, applying DME to a patient.
• As assigned by clinic leadership, develop the ability to remove casts, apply basic splints and casts to the upper and lower extremity, and accurately fit all DME products used in the clinic.
• Certain athletic trainers will be assigned the responsibilities to evaluate patients during their first post-operative visit. A physician or APP must also be present in the clinic to provide support to the ATC if needed. The note generated by the ATC will be co-signed by the MD or APP.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager or HCA.

JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in athletic training or equivalent from a CAATE accredited program required.
• NATABOC Certification (National Athletic Trainers Association-Board of Certification) is required.

Some roles within our organization may encompass essential job functions requiring distinct physical and/or mental capabilities. Further details and accommodation requests will be addressed by individual hiring departments.

Duke Health Integrated Practice is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment, fostering a diverse workforce without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

We aspire to build a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our shared achievements rely on a dynamic exchange of ideas, flourishing best when a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences thrive. Upholding these values is a collective responsibility within our community.

This job description aims to outline representative responsibilities for this title, not an exhaustive account of specific duties. Employees may be assigned job-related tasks beyond those explicitly outlined here.

Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh

Duke is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Read more about Duke’s commitment to affirmative action and nondiscrimination at hr.duke.edu/eeo.