About this Licensed Athletic Trainer - Clinic role at ThedaCare
Why ThedaCare?
Living A Life Inspired!
Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world.
At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.
Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness –
- Lifestyle Engagement
- e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support
- Access & Affordability
- e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare
Summary :
The Licensed Athletic Trainer function as a member of the clinics patient care team and is responsible for the preparation of new patients prior to their specialist visit. In conjunction with the provider during office visits, will provide injury prevention, treatment, and care planning for the orthopedic and sports medicine patient based on provider protocol.Job Description:
Schedule:
Monday - Friday
7:00 am - 5 pm
No Weekends No Holidays
2 days in Oshkosh and 2 days in Appleton
Key Accountabilities
Gathers pertinent clinical patient information and documents to ensure accuracy of the patients’ medical record.
Coordinates care with the physician to provide education regarding injury prevention and treatment.
Consults with the physician to create the patients plan of care.
Acts as a scribe for the physician for each patient/physician experience to improve clinic/patient flow and efficiencies.
Preparation and/or assisting with in office procedures to provide optimal patient experience and quality care.
Casting and splinting; fits crutches, braces and other durable medical equipment to achieve best practice and highest quality patient outcomes.
Demonstrates professional and therapeutic relationships with patients, families, team members, and providers. Knowledge of state law and national regulations, athletic training guidelines as outlined by the National Athletic Training Association Board of Certification (NATA BOC) and state of Wisconsin licensure, clinic policies, and procedures to ensure regulatory requirements are met.
Performs other clinical and administrative tasks that allow for effective use of resources to best serve the patient’s needs.
Qualifications Athletic Trainer:
Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training
Certified Athletic Trainer by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATA BOC)
Licensed Athletic Trainer by the State of Wisconsin.
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS)
Physical Demands
Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance
Category 1: Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties
Work Environment
Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments
Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock.
Occasional high noise level in work environment.
Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents.
Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients.
Use of computers throughout work day
Frequent use of keyboard with repetitive motion of hands, wrist and fingers
