Senior Instructor – Orthopedic Athletic Trainer

University of Colorado System; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks a Senior Instructor – Orthopedic Athletic Trainer for its Adult Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgery practice. This full-time exempt role supports surgeons and a dynamic clinical team in Boulder, CO, with emphasis on patient flow and perioperative care.

The position requires athletic training expertise, board certification, CO licensure, and at least 5 years of experience, with a competitive salary range and comprehensive university benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or equivalent experience.
• Board 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.
• At least 5 years of experience as an Athletic Trainer.

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, focusing on musculoskeletal system.
• Provides clinical assessment, triage, patient education, and follow-up care through in-person visits and telephone calls.
• Coordinates patient care with outside providers and other medical specialties.
• Assists surgeons with clinic and operating-room preparation and patient care to support efficient patient flow.
• Writes prescriptions for medications, PT, OT, imaging studies, and DME as permitted within credentials.

Skills

5+ years athletic trainer experience

Education

Master's Degree or equivalent experience

Board Certification for Athletic Trainer

Colorado licensure as Athletic Trainer

Current BLS for Healthcare Providers

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: School of Medicine – Department ofOrthopedics

Job Title: Senior Instructor – Orthopedic AthleticTrainer

Position #: 00854102 – Requisition #:41493

Job Summary:

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides daily clinical and operational support to surgeons tofacilitate effective patient care and clinic and operating-roomefficiency.
• Obtains detailed history and performs physical examinations onpatients; assesses and treats acute and chronic medical problems,with a focus on the musculoskeletal system, and provides directpatient care to a specified patient population within the scope ofprofessional training, certification, and licensure.
• Provides clinical assessment, triage, patient education, andfollow-up care through in-person visits and telephone calls.
• Participates in team-based care and avails self for emergentpatient/staff calls.
• Coordinates patient care with outside providers and other medicalspecialties including but not limited to physicians, physicaltherapists, Hematology and Pain Management, as needed to supportcomprehensive patient management and timely access to care.
• Assists surgeons with clinic and operating-room preparation,patient care, case coordination, and other clinical needs tosupport efficient patient flow and operations.
• Provides ongoing patient communication and clinical support tofacilitate timely resolution of questions, concerns, andpostoperative 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 chartsindicating 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 otherpatient documentation as needed.
• Provide surgical assistance in the operating room.
• Enhances professional growth and development throughparticipation in educational programs, current literature,in-service meetings, workshops, and professional certificationopportunities.
• Assists with community outreach events, including givingeducational talks and assisting with organization, planning, andattendance.
• Practices safety, environmental, and infection controlmethods.
• Maintains proficiency in documentation and use of the currentelectronic medical record program.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Provides expanded care coordination for complex and out-of-townpatients for preoperative and postoperative needs including travel,local accommodations and logistics, postoperative appointments,physical therapy, DME, imaging, procedures, and follow upcare.
• Provides direct support for care coordination of VIP patients,ensuring appropriate communication and continuity of care.
• Assists with education and training of practice-specificworkflows of orthopedic surgery fellows and other learners.
• Assists with the development and implementation of educationalmaterials, clinical protocols, and postoperative guidelines.
• Participates in case discussions and multidisciplinary educationwith the physical therapy team to review processes, protocols andopportunities for improvement.
• Maintains and improves clinical workflows and communicationbetween surgeons, front-desk, clinical staff, radiology, physicaltherapists, and other members of the care team to facilitateappropriate scheduling, patient flow and coordination of patientcare.
• Participates in quality improvement and process-improvementinitiatives related to patient care, surgical coordination, andclinical operations.
• Assists with PRO collection and other research-related activitiesas needed.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

We are a department of nationally ranked orthopedic surgeons andour mission is to provide the highest quality, professional andinnovative orthopedics care through the integration ofcomprehensive education and cutting-edge musculoskeletal research.We place a high level of importance on achieving and maintaining adiverse environment that fosters excellence and rewardingopportunities.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday,vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers anexcellent 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 grosspay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year (based on percentage oftime)
• 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 allCU 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 ofhire.

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in conjunction with orthopedic/sports medicinephysicians.
• 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 sportsmedicine

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

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

The above salary range ( or hiring range ) represents theUniversity's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range ofpossible compensation at the time of posting. This position is noteligible 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 plansand 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 Employerand complies with all applicable federal, state, and local lawsgoverning nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed tocreating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respectand dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals withdisabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicantswith disabilities throughout the employment application process. Torequest an accommodation pursuant to the Americans withDisabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADACoordinator at [e-mail].

Background Check Statement:

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

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteerin healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliatedhospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will berequired to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillancepolicies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, orvolunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certainresearch areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, youmust enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.