Athletic Trainer - Surgical Orthopedics

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Essentia Health in Duluth, MN seeks an Athletic Trainer in a surgical orthopedics clinic. Responsibilities include evaluation, education, treatment, and consultation under orthopedic surgeon supervision.

Requires BOC and CAATE-accredited program completion with licensure steps outlined. Expect collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, use of Epic EMR, scheduling per provider templates, patient education, and onsite patient care planning.

Qualifications

• BOC certification required upon hire.
• CAATE accredited athletic training program graduate with successful completion of BOC certification examination.
• OTC or BCS-O certification preferred upon hire, or ability to sit for either exam after hire.
• Registered by Board of Medical Practice per state guidelines*.
• Certification in BLS/CPR.
• New graduates may begin orientation but cannot perform duties until licensure is active within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Management and Administration of Physician Practice
• Anticipate needs and preferences of the provider
• Liaise between multi-disciplinary health care team
• Proficient use of Epic EMR
• Schedule patient appointments per provider template
• Patient throughput and triage
• Present pertinent patient information to provider
• Aid in clinic flow through communication with provider, patient, triage and staff
• Patient care and assessment
• Obtain thorough patient history and perform evaluations
• Educate patients through plan of care and home exercise programs
• Apply DME, casts, splints, and prepare injections

Skills

Athletic training

Epic EMR

Patient care

Team liaison

Education

Athletic training program graduate

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Building Location: Building F - Duluth Clinic - 3rd Street Department: 2901570 ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY - EH DC

Job Description

Provides Athletic Training services to patients ranging from adolescent to geriatric in a surgical orthopedics clinical environment, including evaluation and assessment, education, treatment and consultation services and related patient care services under the supervision of the orthopedic surgeon.

Education Qualifications

• Athletic training program graduate

Preferred Experience

• Prior surgical practice experience

Daily Responsibilities

• Management and Administration of Physician Practice
• Effectively anticipate needs and preferences of the provider
• Be the liaison between multi-disciplinary health care team members
• Proficient use of Epic EMR
• Schedule patient appointments per provider template
• Patient Throughput
• Patient triage
• Present pertinent patient information to provider
• Aid in flow of clinic by communicating with provider, patient, triage, and staff; reviewing patient charts, and patient education.
• Patient Care
• Secure thorough and relevant patient history
• Perform patient assessment, evaluation, and testing
• Patient education through plan of care
• Demonstrate and administer home exercise programs (HEPs)
• Apply durable medical equipment (DME)
• Apply casts and splints
• Prepare injections

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm/5:00pm

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

• BOC certification required upon hire.
• CAATE accredited athletic training program graduate with successful completion of BOC certification examination.
• OTC or BCS-O certification preferred upon hire, or ability to sit for either exam after hire.
• Registered by Board of Medical Practice per state guidelines*
• Certification in BLS/CPR
• Basic computer competency skills are expected for this position
• * New graduates of Athletic Training program may begin orientation, but they may not perform athletic trainer duties until state licensure is active.
• For new graduates, state licensure application must be submitted prior to start date and will be required within 90 days of hire.

Duluth, MN – Like Nowhere Else! Making your home in the port city of Duluth allows you to live and work on the shores of the largest freshwater lake in the world. With ships arriving daily and beautiful swimming beaches throughout the area, Lake Superior truly makes Duluth a place like no other. And here your career, too, comes with a view - you can see Lake Superior every day from the windows in your workplace! Life in the Twin Ports area - the metropolitan area created by Duluth and Superior, WI - combines big- city energy and opportunities with our small-town feel. With four distinct seasons, a thriving arts and culture scene, and recreational opportunities such as biking, hiking, swimming, fishing, and sailing - we truly have something for everyone. Making a Healthy Difference in YOUR life We understand better than most how important your health is. That is why we offer comprehensive benefits packages that meet the unique needs of you and your family.

Working Conditions

FTE: 1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time: 8:00am Shift End Time: 4:30 - 5:00pm

Weekends: No Holidays: No Call Obligation: No Union: Union

Compensation Range: $54,038.40 - $81,057.60

Benefits

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure employees' well-being.
• Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.
• Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.
• Colleague Resource Groups: Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) are employee-led networks designed to foster inclusion, belonging, and professional growth within the organization, offering voluntary spaces for collaboration and socialization, aiming to support members, enhance organizational culture, and engage with the broader community.

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• Flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on physical, mental, and emotional health.

Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].

Equal Opportunity and Screening

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Essentia Health does not discriminate in employment because of age, color, creed, culture, disability (physical or mental), ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, language, local Human Rights Commission activity, national origin, military service, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or public assistance status. Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of post- offer screenings. Screenings includes verification of your legal right to work in the United States, a health screening and immunization review, verification of applicable licensure, certifications, education, and experience, and background checks including criminal, urine drug screen and MVR where required.

Recruiter Information

Essentia Health seeks employees who embrace our commitment to patient- and family-centered care in communities both large and small. We're looking for people who are committed to making patients and their families feel known and understood. People who understand what it means to be Here with you. People who are willing to use their strengths to help others. Our Values Quality | Hospitality | Respect | Joy | Justice | Stewardship | Teamwork

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