Orthopedic Technologist & Athletic Trainer — $2.5K Sign-On

Florida Orthopaedic Institute; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus: $2,500

Referral bonus: $1,000

Job summary

Florida Orthopaedic Institute in Sun City Center, FL is hiring an Orthopaedic Technician/Athletic Trainer to measure, fit and dispense braces and casts under physician direction. You will maintain clean work areas, manage DME inventory, and help with patient flow to ensure excellent service.

Qualified candidates are certified athletic trainers with a BS degree and 1–2 years in healthcare. Strong communication and EMR proficiency are required; the role offers daytime hours, potential overtime,

Qualifications

• Certified Athletic Trainer credential is required.
• BS degree or higher preferred or in progress.
• 1–2 years in medical field preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• MS Word, Excel and EMR systems proficiency.
• Ability to work independently with the DME manager.

Responsibilities

• Applies and educates patients on durable medical equipment (DME)/bracing to protect or prevent injuries as ordered by the physician.
• Applies and educates patients on bandages, casts, and splints to protect or prevent injuries as ordered by the physician.
• Answers patient calls regarding questions or concerns with casts, splints, or DME.
• Documents in Athena (EMR) and Empower (Inventory) systems on all cast and DME clinic patients and DME items dispensed.
• Maintains the cast room in a clean and sanitary manner; ensure treatment surfaces are cleaned.
• Ensures casting and DME supplies are adequately ordered and stocked; report stock issues.
• Receives DME and supply orders, ensures packing slip accuracy and attaches slips to POs.
• Promotes teamwork and attends regular staff meetings.
• Promotes pride in FOI and positive interpersonal relations.
• Regular hours M-F (8 hr shifts); overtime on Saturdays.
• Comply with FOI plans, policies and procedures.

Skills

Certified Athletic Trainer

Excellent communication

MS Word

Excel

EMR systems

Team player

Independent worker

Education

BS degree / Bachelor’s

Job description

Florida Orthopaedic Institute in Sun City Center, FL is hiring an Orthopaedic Technician/Athletic Trainer to measure, fit and dispense braces and casts under physician direction. You will maintain clean work areas, manage DME inventory, and help with patient flow to ensure excellent service.

Qualified candidates are certified athletic trainers with a BS degree and 1–2 years in healthcare. Strong communication and EMR proficiency are required; the role offers daytime hours, potential overtime,