Certified Athletic Trainer - OrthoFast

Orthopaedic Specialty Group; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Orthopaedic Specialty Group in Connecticut is looking for a Certified Athletic Trainer who is skilled in providing excellent patient services and managing multiple tasks effectively. Responsibilities include preparing patients for exams, assisting with procedures, and ensuring the maintenance of examination rooms.

The ideal candidate will have NATA certification and experience in an Orthopaedic practice, along with strong communication skills and the ability to maintain patient confidentiality. A commitment to providing exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment is crucial.

Qualifications

• Must have current NATA certification.
• 2-5 years of experience as an ATC, preferably in an Orthopaedic practice.
• Willingness to travel to multiple clinics weekly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the patient for exams and obtain pertinent history.
• Assist with in-office procedures and ensure exam rooms are maintained.
• Communicate with medical staff regarding patient care.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to multi-task

Patient confidentiality

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Certified Athletic Trainer - Orthofast

Ideal candidate will be required to multi-task and provide excellent patient services as an Athletic Trainer for our practice.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the patient for exam, obtains history and proper imaging
• Assists with in-office procedures
• Splinting and casting application and removal
• Communicates with MD and PA regarding patient care
• Obtains patient clinical information through our electronic medical record system
• Accurately fits patients with Durable Medical Equipment
• Draws injections, as directed by providers
• Facilitates outside services for patient (i.e., Physical Therapy, Radiology)
• Ensures that exam rooms are properly stocked and maintained

Competencies

• Must have current NATA certification
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality is a must
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and the general public.

Qualifications

• Must have current NATA certification.
• Two to five years as an ATC, preferably within an Orthopaedic practice is preferred.
• Communication skills are essential as this position interacts with practice providers, management team and staff members.
• Willingness to travel to several clinics on a weekly/daily basis is a must.
• Ability to work one night a week and two Saturdays a month
• Computer skills: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Electronic Medical Records

Candidates will be courteous, articulate and reliable, and must be able to multi-task in a busy, professional, fast-moving environment while maintaining excellent customer service.

Orthopaedic Specialty Group, P.C., is an Equal Opportunity Employer