Orthopedic Athletic Trainer (Float) — Multi-Location Clinic

Orthohealthkc; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Orthohealthkc is seeking a licensed athletic trainer to provide orthopedic patient care in a clinic and urgent care setting. This FLOAT position supports NKC, Lenexa, and Centerpoint locations, working both independently and with a multidisciplinary team.

You will assess and treat orthopedic conditions, develop care plans, and document in the EHR, with duties spanning pre- to post-operative care under physician supervision.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed by MO and KS state boards.
• Practice in accordance with applicable laws and agency policies.
• This is a FLOAT position reporting to three OHKC locations.

Responsibilities

• May work independently or with a multidisciplinary team to provide patient care and education.
• Assess, identify diagnoses, and treat orthopedic conditions including pain, mobility issues, and postoperative care.
• Develop plans of care and evaluate them with a multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain current orthopedic knowledge and share it with the team.
• Participate in peer review to ensure competent practice.
• Mentor and role model for colleagues and students.
• Maintain clinic standards, cleanliness, and hand hygiene.
• Document data in the EHR and update medical info and allergies.
• Assist providers with dressing changes, sutures, splints, and casting.
• Address patient concerns promptly via in-person visits or telehealth, relaying information to physicians.
• Assist the surgeon under supervision during pre-, intra-, and post-operative duties.
• Schedule surgical procedures as directed by physicians.
• Available to work at all three locations; mileage reimbursed per clinic policy.
• In-person position; work-from-home requests considered with supervisor approval.

Job description

Orthohealthkc is seeking a licensed athletic trainer to provide orthopedic patient care in a clinic and urgent care setting. This FLOAT position supports NKC, Lenexa, and Centerpoint locations, working both independently and with a multidisciplinary team.

You will assess and treat orthopedic conditions, develop care plans, and document in the EHR, with duties spanning pre- to post-operative care under physician supervision.