Athletic Trainer - TOSH Specialty Clinic

Posted:
9/10/2024, 7:44:21 AM

Location(s):
Arkansas, United States ⋅ Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

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Closing Date:

10/10/2024


Type of Position:

Instructional Development


Job Type:

Regular


Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No


Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences


The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

  • Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

ICE | MUSL | TOSH Specialty Clinic


Department's Website:


Summary of Job Duties:

The clinics athletic trainer (AT) must be able to recognize, evaluate, treat and rehabilitate patients and athletes who have suffered an injury or illness, as well as provide education in a clinic setting. The clinic ATC is directly involved in the care of the patient and provides hands-on care and administrative duties within a clinic setting. Key responsibilities are outline below. The clinic AT serves as the primary liaison between the patients and appropriate healthcare providers. The clinic athletic trainer will also be responsible for other duties at UAMS as assigned.


Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree, major Athletic Training or related

  • Certified NATABOC

  • One (1) year of athletic training

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree


Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

  • Provides appropriate care for athletes and patients.

  • Recognize, prevent and perform evaluations within a clinic setting, initiate appropriate treatments, and recommend appropriate follow up care.

  • Primary direct care responsibilities include the following: assessing patients, gathering and documenting intake information, assisting physicians with procedures, including blood draws, casting, bracing, and DME sizing/fitting, and arranging other care needs for patients.  

  • Patient and athlete education and advocacy.

  • Communicate effectively with patients, parents, trainers, and other healthcare providers.

  • Acts as liaison between patients needing medical treatment/ therapy services and healthcare providers.

  • Ensures the patient and family understand the treatment plan. 

  • Perform required administrative duties.

  • Primary administrative responsibilities include the following: maintaining documentation of patients within EHR system, including documentation of any necessary follow up, scheduling of patients, obtaining insurance authorizations, collaboration with physicians, trainers, and the interprofessional team to help coordinate care.

  • Duties also include keeping clinic areas neat, organized, and safe, assist with supply ordering and maintain organization and inventory of supplies/ equipment.

  • Assists with the referral and scheduling of athletes and patients to appropriate healthcare providers.

  • May performs other duties as assigned.


Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience


Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume


Optional Documents:


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.


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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing


This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 


Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Standing, Talking, Walking


Frequent Physical Activity:

Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting


Occasional Physical Activity:

Stooping


Benefits Eligible:

Yes