Physician Practice Athletic Trainer- Orthopedics
University of Iowa

Job Info

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The Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is seeking a full-time Athletic Trainer for the physician practice setting. The position will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team and provide direct assistance to other medical providers such as physicians, advanced practice providers, physical therapists, medical assistants, and registered nurses in providing care for our patients at UIHC Hospitals and Clinics.

Duties to include:

• Perform initial patient assessment including medical history and physical examination
• Present patient to supervising provider including history, physical exam, pertinent test results, and working diagnosis
• Collaborate with attending provider to determine appropriate treatment plan, communicate with patient, and provide further home exercise/rehabilitation instruction as needed
• Collaborate with attending provider to apply or remove splints/casts/braces and fit crutches; provide produce education
• Remove sutures and provide appropriate wound care and dressing changes
• Assist physician in procedures as needed including preparing medications and materials for pre- and post-injections and sutures, and preparation of patient treatment site
• Document clinic patient visit according to documentation policies. Collect data and transcribe in the electronic medical record for LIP with appropriate cosign
• Develop and distribute ongoing patient centered educational information including exercise instruction, gait training, wound care and concussion management per the treating provider
• Coordinate and prepare patient medical records and imaging from outside providers prior to appointments to expedite clinic efficiency
• Communicate via compliant phone/electronic means with patient, family, and their medical staff to follow up and enhance continuity of care
• Provide guidance to the patient as per the physician's instructions for safe and effective care
• May serve as a preceptor for the University of Iowa Athletic Training Residency Program
• May serve as first or second assist in the operating room, including proper execution of sterile technique and sterile field, patient positioning, patient prepping and draping
• May perform suturing, apply post-operative wound dressings and durable medical equipment in the operating room

University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®

Percent of Time: 100%

Benefits Highlights:

• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Welcoming

We strive for an environment where everyone has a voice that is heard, that promotes the dignity of our patients, trainees, and employees, and allows all to thrive in their health, work, research, and education.

Excellence

We aim to achieve and deliver our personal and collective best in the pursuit of quality and accessible healthcare, education, and research.

Collaboration

We encourage collaboration with healthcare systems, providers, and communities across Iowa and the region, as well as within our UI community. We believe teamwork - guided by compassion - is the best way to work.

Accountability

We behave ethically, act with fairness and integrity, take responsibility for our own actions, and respond when errors in behavior or judgement occur.

Respect

We are committed to ensuring the UI Health Care is an inclusive environment where individuals from the full spectrum of diversity - which includes identity, backgrounds, cultures, ability, and perspective - feel safe, seen and valued.

Equity

We dedicate ourselves to equity and fairness in research, health care, education, and health.

Required Qualifications

• Professional degree in Athletic Training from a CAATE accredited program
• 1-3 years of experience as an Athletic Trainer
• Board Certified Athletic Trainer
• Iowa Athletic Trainer License, or license eligible
• CPR/BLS certification
• Working knowledge of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
• Experience working in the physician practice setting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desirable Qualifications

• Master's degree in athletic training or related field if professional degree was BS or BA
• Completion of an Athletic Training Residency Program
• 3-5 years of experience as a certified Athletic Trainer
• BCS-O certification

Application Process:

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission. PDF preferred.

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For additional questions, please contact Kate Sharp: kate-sharp@uiowa.edu or 319-678-6950.

This position is not eligible for university sponsorship for employment authorization.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Clinical/Technical Specialist
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

• Pay Level: 4A

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Kate Sharp
• Contact Email: kate-sharp@uiowa.edu

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