Senior Instructor – Orthopedic Athletic Trainer

University of Colorado

Aurora (CO)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 105,000

Full time

22 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Benefit

Paid Time Off

Vacation Days

Sick Days

Holiday Days

Retirement 401(a)

ECO Pass

Job summary

University of Colorado Anschutz is seeking a Senior Instructor – Orthopedic Athletic Trainer to join the Department of Orthopedic Surgery. This full-time exempt position supports adult orthopedic sports medicine with clinical leadership and surgical assistance.

The role involves collaboration with surgeons, therapists, and staff; ongoing documentation, education, and program development. Onsite work in Boulder/Aurora region with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

Master’s degree or equivalent experience.
Board Certification for Athletic Trainer.
Colorado licensure as Athletic Trainer.
BLS for Healthcare Providers (AHA/Red Cross).
At least 5 years of Athletic Trainer experience.

Responsibilities

Provides daily clinical and operational support to surgeons to improve patient care and clinic/OR efficiency.
Performs detailed history and exams; treats musculoskeletal problems with direct patient care.
Provides triage, education, and follow-up via in-person and phone visits.
Coordinates care with surgeons, physical therapists, and other specialties to ensure timely access to care.
Prepares patients and assists with clinic and operating-room procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Team-based care

Clinical documentation

Educational mentoring

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent experience

Board Certification for Athletic Trainer

Colorado Athletic Trainer licensure

BLS for Healthcare Providers

5+ years athletic trainer experience

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: School of Medicine – Department of Orthopedics

Job Title: Senior Instructor – Orthopedic Athletic Trainer

Position #: 00854102 – Requisition #:41493

Job Summary

This is a unique opportunity to work in an academic and clinical Adult Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgery practice. The position will be a full-time exempt (non-hourly) Senior Instructor -Orthopedic Athletic Trainer position in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery. The position is not eligible for tenure.

Key Responsibilities

Provides daily clinical and operational support to surgeons to facilitate effective patient care and clinic and operating-room efficiency.
Obtains detailed history and performs physical examinations on patients; assesses and treats acute and chronic medical problems, with a focus on the musculoskeletal system, and provides direct patient care to a specified patient population within the scope of professional training, certification, and licensure.
Provides clinical assessment, triage, patient education, and follow-up care through in-person visits and telephone calls.
Participates in team-based care and avails self for emergent patient/staff calls.
Coordinates patient care with outside providers and other medical specialties including but not limited to physicians, physical therapists, Hematology and Pain Management, as needed to support comprehensive patient management and timely access to care.
Assists surgeons with clinic and operating-room preparation, patient care, case coordination, and other clinical needs to support efficient patient flow and operations.
Provides ongoing patient communication and clinical support to facilitate timely resolution of questions, concerns, and postoperative needs throughout the surgical care continuum.
Writes prescriptions for medications, PT, OT, imaging studies, and DME as permitted within applicable professional credentials, institutional policies, and scope of practice.
Writes progress notes on patients' office and hospital charts indicating patient status and treatment procedures performed; maintains other records as required.
Completes preoperative patient and caretaker education.
Completes FMLA and other forms, school and work notes, and other patient documentation as needed.
Provide surgical assistance in the operating room.
Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, workshops, and professional certification opportunities.
Assists with community outreach events, including giving educational talks and assisting with organization, planning, and attendance.
Practices safety, environmental, and infection control methods.
Maintains proficiency in documentation and use of the current electronic medical record program.

Additional Responsibilities

Provides expanded care coordination for complex and out-of-town patients for preoperative and postoperative needs including travel, local accommodations and logistics, postoperative appointments, physical therapy, DME, imaging, procedures, and follow up care.
Provides direct support for care coordination of VIP patients, ensuring appropriate communication and continuity of care.
Assists with education and training of practice-specific workflows of orthopedic surgery fellows and other learners.
Assists with the development and implementation of educational materials, clinical protocols, and postoperative guidelines.
Participates in case discussions and multidisciplinary education with the physical therapy team to review processes, protocols and opportunities for improvement.
Maintains and improves clinical workflows and communication between surgeons, front-desk, clinical staff, radiology, physical therapists, and other members of the care team to facilitate appropriate scheduling, patient flow and coordination of patient care.
Participates in quality improvement and process-improvement initiatives related to patient care, surgical coordination, and clinical operations.
Assists with PRO collection and other research-related activities as needed.

Work Location

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is primarily located in Boulder, CO.

Why Join Us

We are a department of nationally ranked orthopedic surgeons and our mission is to provide the highest quality, professional and innovative orthopedics care through the integration of comprehensive education and cutting-edge musculoskeletal research. We place a high level of importance on achieving and maintaining a diverse environment that fosters excellence and rewarding opportunities.

Why work for the University

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

Medical: Multiple plan options
Dental: Multiple plan options
Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year (based on percentage of time)
Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 11/year
Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Master’s Degree or equivalent experience
Certification by The Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer
Licensure with the State of Colorado as an Athletic Trainer.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer.
At least 5 years of experience as an Athletic Trainer

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in conjunction with orthopedic/sports medicine physicians.
Orthopedic Technologist Certification (OTC)
Colorado Surgical Assist licensure.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Advanced knowledge of the field as it relates to sports medicine

Screening of Applications Begins

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by October 28, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as

HIRING RANGE: $85,000 - $105,000

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu .

Background Check Statement

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

Faculty

Job Category

Faculty

Primary Location

Aurora

Department

U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver

Schedule

Full-time

Posting Date

Oct 23, 2026

Unposting Date