Athletic Trainer - Ortho Care Navigator

Parkview Health; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Fort Wayne, Indiana, seeks a patient care coordinator in the orthopedic service line. The role requires assessing patient needs, collaborating with healthcare teams, and providing patient education. Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Athletic Training, along with relevant certifications and licensure in Indiana. The position promotes patient support and creative problem-solving while maintaining records and building relationships to improve quality of care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Athletic Training required.
• Certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification.
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure in Indiana required.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs for orthopedic service line.
• Collaborate with healthcare team for patient support.
• Provide guidance to reduce obstacles of care.

Skills

Creative problem-solving

Patient education

Collaboration with healthcare teams

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Athletic Training

Job description

Summary

Primary role is to assess patient needs in order to perform appropriate interventions to support the patient in the orthopedic service line continuum of care. Works collaboratively with various members of the health care team to provide guidance and support to the patient to reduce obstacles of care, and to facilitate a clear path back to baseline. Is a creative problem‑solver who serves as a knowledgeable resource and coordinator between client, healthcare team, and available community resources. Assists patients with obtaining community assistance by referral and coordination with appropriate resources and scheduling and preparation for appointments. Helps to direct patients to appropriate support while maintaining necessary records and data. Promotes patient education. Builds and maintains relationships with patients and service line providers for purposes of improving quality of care. Understands the uniqueness of the individual and seeks the appropriate resources.

Performs activities related to the provision of evaluation, training, and care of the injured athlete and other patients in accordance with the overall organizational goals of promoting Parkview Health.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Athletic Training. Master's Degree preferred.

Licensure/Certification

• Certification as an athletic trainer by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification required.
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure by the Indiana Professional Licensing Board required.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Current CPR certification required.

Experience

Preferred 1 year experience in athletic training program or similar setting.

Other Qualifications

Membership in national and state athletic training association preferred.