JOB SUMMARY
The Athletic Trainer - Clinical functions as part of a team that includes the patient, physician, and other support staff. Under the direction of the consulting physician and per written protocol, obtains patient history and performs initial physical examination, relays initial findings to the physician, and consults with physician to establish plan of care. This individual acts as a scribe for the physician for each patient/physician experience in which the clinical athletic trainer is a participant member of the health care team, dictates visit summary in medical record and completes charges appropriately. Athletic Trainer - Clinical fits crutches, braces, and other durable medical equipment. This individual can assist the supervising physician with post-operative care for the patient’s orthopedic injury/condition. Will provide patient education regarding procedures and orthopedic plan care.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
For positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.
Minimum Required: Bachelor’s degree from an athletic training education program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). Other related fields of study will be accepted in lieu of the athletic training education program such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, or kinesiology.
Preferred/Optional: Master’s degree in athletic training.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required: None
Preferred/Optional: Athletic Training Fellowship with Physician Extender emphasis.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.
Minimum Required: Certification as an Athletic Trainer by the Board of Certification for The Athletic Trainer. Licensed as an Athletic Trainer by the State of Wisconsin. Valid State of Wisconsin driver’s license with an acceptable record. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within three months of hire.
Preferred/Optional: Orthopedic Specialty Certification through the Board of Certification. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire.
Marshfield Clinic Health System is committed to enriching the lives of others through accessible, affordable and compassionate healthcare. Successful applicants will listen, serve and put the needs of patients and customers first.
At Marshfield Clinic Health System, we are fully committed to addressing health equity, diversity and inclusion for our employees and providers, our patients, and the communities we serve. We believe that every individual should have the opportunity to attain their highest level of health. We embrace diversity and welcome differences in who we are and how we think. We believe that any individual or group should feel welcomed, respected and valued. View our Equity and Inclusion Statement here.Exclusion From Federal Programs: Employee may not at any time have been or be excluded from participation in any federally funded program, including Medicare and Medicaid. This is a condition of employment. Employee must immediately notify his/her manager or the Health System’s Compliance Officer if he/she is threatened with exclusion or becomes excluded from any federally funded program.
Marshfield Clinic Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.