Certified Athletic Trainer

Upstate Medical University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 54,080 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k eligibility after 1 year

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Paid sick leave

Holidays and floating holidays

Job summary

Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY, is seeking qualified candidates for a role focused on casting and splinting applications. The position involves educating patients, managing supplies, and assisting patient care staff.

A Bachelor's Degree, NYS Athletic Trainer license, and current BLS certification are required. The position offers a salary range of $54,080 - $79,000, along with comprehensive health benefits and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• NYS Athletic Trainer license and certification by the BOC.
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Educate patients and caregivers related to casts, splints, and DME.
• Manage casting supplies and maintain inventory.
• Facilitate patient flow and assist in rooming patients.

Skills

Casting and splinting applications

Patient education

EPIC EMR

BREG DME Dispensing software

Billing and insurance procedures

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

NYS Athletic Trainer license

BOC certification

BLS certification

Job description

Job Summary

Proficient in casting and splinting applications and associated procedures. Proficient in dressing changes, associated applications and suture removal. Consistently orders and manages casting supplies to ensure adequate inventory. Educate patients and caregivers of specific care related to casts, splints, dressings, and durable medical equipment. Maintain appropriate levels of casting and splinting supplies. Fit patients and give appropriate instruction on a variety of DME. Familiar and proficient in EPIC EMR and BREG DME Dispensing software systems. Knowledgeable and familiar with billing and insurance procedures and is capable of anticipating doctors and patients needs while performing on a multi task level. Assists patient care staff with rooming patients and performing vital signs as needed and available. Facilitates patient flow by coordinating patient care in a timely and efficient manner. Maintains patient confidentiality and complies with all HIPAA rules and regulations. Available for Ortho Now evening coverage as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree, NYS Athletic Trainer license and certification by the BOC (Board of Certification). Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Work Days: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Message To Applicants

Our benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, eligibility for employer 401k funding after 1 year (3% quarterly/5% annual on vesting schedule), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, including vacation and personal time, paid sick leave, holidays and floating holidays.

L1: $54,080 - $79,000

Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. The salary range depicted is based on full time, 1.0 FTE and would be prorated accordingly for less than 1.0 FTE.