Orthopedic Athletic Trainer — Hand & Wrist Rehab

experiencedAlliedHealth; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 76,622,000 - 118,283,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Utah is seeking a Clinic Athletic Trainer to support Hand & Wrist Surgery specialists in an outpatient setting. You will work closely with surgeons, therapists, and other caregivers to provide patient education, clinical support, care coordination, and rehabilitation guidance throughout the treatment journey.

The role emphasizes musculoskeletal care, strong patient relationships, and collaboration within an orthopedic team.

Qualifications

• Current license as an Athletic Trainer in state of practice.
• National athletic trainer certification.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers.
• Experience with computer programs including databases, word processing, and internet.

Responsibilities

• Practices as physician extender under a directing physician in accordance with state practice act.
• Assesses patients to determine modifications of therapy and treatment needs in consultation with physician or other clinicians.
• Develops rehabilitation programs that appropriately addresses patient's short and long term goals.
• Demonstrate and help patients execute prescribed therapeutic exercises per physician protocols.
• Monitors patient's response to treatment.
• Educates patients regarding rehabilitation programs, health needs, injuries, diagnosis, prognosis and risks.
• Coordinates care with other patient care providers as appropriate.
• Completes appropriate documentation including reports, treatments, intake forms, message logs etc.
• Cleans, maintains, and inspects all necessary equipment. Reports repair and maintenance needs.
• Actively engages in marketing and community educational programs.
• Attend to patient questions/messages for physician.
• Perform duties for patients: Casting, Splinting, Brace fitting, Wound care and bandaging, vitals, and testing for illnesses.
• Assist with procedures and concussion treatments.
• File paperwork correctly and assist with obtaining prior authorizations when needed.

Skills

Postoperative Care

Injury Treatment

Communication

Rehabilitation

Patient Care

Therapy

Documentation

Consulting

Assist with Procedures

Sports Medicine

Education

Athletic Trainer License (state)

National AT Certification

BLS for Healthcare Providers

Job description

Intermountain Health in Utah is seeking a Clinic Athletic Trainer to support Hand & Wrist Surgery specialists in an outpatient setting. You will work closely with surgeons, therapists, and other caregivers to provide patient education, clinical support, care coordination, and rehabilitation guidance throughout the treatment journey.

The role emphasizes musculoskeletal care, strong patient relationships, and collaboration within an orthopedic team.