Athletic Certified Trainer (ATC) – Highlands Ranch
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- University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
- Location
- Denver, CO
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- Institutional & Business Affairs, Athletics
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- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
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University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical CampusSchool of Medicine Dean’s Office, Community Practice Division Athletic Certified Trainer (ATC) – Highlands RanchHealth Care Entry ProfessionalPosition #00795658 – Requisition #25554* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date. Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirusExemptions vary by campus location/department. Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Job Category: Health Care
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Apr 11, 2022
Unposting Date: Ongoing
University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical CampusSchool of Medicine Dean’s Office, Community Practice Division Athletic Certified Trainer (ATC) – Highlands RanchHealth Care Entry ProfessionalPosition #00795658 – Requisition #25554* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date. Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirusExemptions vary by campus location/department. Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:
- Anschutz Campus – Exemptions are allowed for medical or religious reasons.Denver Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or personal reasons.Consolidated/Central Services Administration – Will follow Anschutz policy on exemptions.
- Escorts patients to and from exam rooms and readies them for physicians; takes vital signs, records medical history/symptoms, patient progress, physical exam, and any special tests. Presents information to the physician and ensures documentation is available and complete.
- Reconciles all patient medications and updates allergies in the medical record.
- Handles patient calls by recording patient questions, refill requests, and other communications and provides messages to the physicians. At the direction of the physician, performs patient education, calling in pharmacy refills, assisting with appointments, or arranging for follow-up tests or admissions.
- Enters patient radiographs per physician standing orders.
- As instructed by the physician, completes appropriate forms and referral. Enters patient orders and referrals per physician standing order and scheduling such follow-up appointments.
- Monitors patient flow to ensure efficient room usage and optimal patient care.
- Assists patients to x-ray, scheduling desk, waiting room, or to transportation as needed.
- Obtains all special study reports and physical therapy progress reports prior to physician visit; as needed, scan reports into Epic.
- Provides patient care during the initial post-operative period to include dressing changes, wound care, suture removal, and patient education. Records and documents all such activities in the chart.
- As instructed by the physician, prepares the patient for in-office procedures, such as injections and electromyography.
- Assists physician with procedures as necessary.
- As prescribed by the physician, the ATC selects, fabricates, and/or customizes prophylactic, assistive, and restrictive devices, such as casting, bracing and splinting materials. Delivers appropriate teaching on crutch, cane and walker use.
- Assists in the provision of patient equipment and materials by obtaining insurance authorizations for products and supplies provided; directs patients to proper facilities to obtain the prescribed products and as dictated by their insurance; facilitates patient pick-up of durable medical equipment (DME) at satellite clinics or other locations.
- Cleans and maintains exam rooms per policy and keep rooms adequately stocked with supplies.
- As directed by the physician, provides patient education in the following areas: Educates pre-operative patients in the areas of surgical procedures and signs and symptoms to monitor during the post-surgical phase.
- Provides and instructs patients on physician-approved home exercise programs. Performs gait analysis and gait training.
- Administers minor treatments as prescribed; records and documents all such activities in the chart.
- Performs ATC Visits; records, documents and performs charge entry activities in the chart.
- Cleans and stocks all patient examination rooms; cleans and prepares instruments for procedures; keeps list of needed medical supplies.
- Completes paperwork such as ordering lab tests, x-rays, school/work notes, etc.
- Clean and sterilize equipment; check and restock medication cabinet as necessary.
- Respond to patient questions and concerns as liaison between physician and patient.
- Reports all test results to the patient as directed by the physician.
- Performs OSHA controls as required.
- Provides education and technical demonstrations to students, nursing staff, residents and other healthcare professionals. Assists in orienting and mentoring staff. This includes patient care procedures, and application of bracing, splinting and casting.
- Performs other projects and duties as related to department objectives.
- Must be able to get along with others, be a team player, accept constructive criticism from supervisors and be able to follow work rules.
- Utilizes current practices to provide patient care while focusing on the needs of the patient and exemplifying service excellence, care, concern, respect and cooperation.
- Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for professional practice and for continued education, professional growth, and self-evaluation.
- Performs appropriate basic and/or routine regular delegated medical functions as directed and within appropriate scope of practice as inferred by knowledge, skill level, and CU clinic guidelines.
- Additional duties as assigned.
- May travel to other office locations as needed.
- Serves as a champion for patient safety.
- Ensures compliance with all regulatory agencies (CDPHE, CMS, OSHA, etc.)
- Ensures compliance with all infection control standards.
- Participates in CU Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives and metrics.
- Participates in practice’s process and performance improvement activities and initiatives.
- Ensures that the service expectations of both internal and external customers are met and/or exceeded.
- Must be able to travel to alternate locations as assigned
- None
- Ability to effectively communicate at all levels, to include physicians, leadership, and staff within the various affiliate organizations (UCH, Children’s Colorado, CU Medicine, CU SOM)
- Ability to work within large, complex healthcare systems
- Ability to analyze and interpret data
- Ability to compile complex reports and develop presentations
- Ability to compose letters and memorandums
- Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people
- Ability to deal with stressful situations
- Ability to finish tasks in a timely manner
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions and established procedures
- Ability to function independently and manage own time and work tasks
- Ability to lead work teams
- Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to negotiate, persuade and establish direction
- Ability to organize workflow
- Ability to perform basic filing, office procedures and word processing
- Ability to plan, coordinate and develop multiple projects
- Ability to work as an effective team member
- Skilled job requiring high level of adaptability and interpersonal skills
- Within Department
- Cross-departmental
- Physicians
- APPs
- Students
- Management
- Faculty
- Risk Management
- Safety & Infection Control
- Marketing
- Business Office
- Patients
- Families
- Vendors
- Insurance Companies
- Regulatory Agencies
- Media
- Miscellaneous business partners, utilities, etc.
- Visitors
- Other healthcare agencies
- N= Not at all
- R= Rarely: Less than once an hour
- O= Occasional: 1-4 times/hour or up to 1/3 of the shift
- F= Frequent: 5-12 times/hour or up to 2/3 of the shift
- C= Constant: More than 2/3 of the shift
Activity
Frequency
Activity
Frequency
StandFPush or pull with hands/armsFWalkFLift hands above headFWalk on uneven &/or slippery surfacesOClimb or balanceOSitFStoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bendFUse of handsFClimb stairsRForceful grip w/ handsFTalkCReach w/ armsFHearCLifting up to 10 lbsFWork in outdoor weather conditionsRLifting up to 25 lbsFAwkward posturesOLifting up to 50 lbsFClose vision (20” or less)CCommunicateCDistance vision (20’+)CInterpersonal skillsCPeripheral visionCAbility to adjust focusCDepth perceptionCWork in a loud environmentF- Position requires the ability to work in multiples spaces (on and off site)
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degreeLicensure /Certifications:Certification by The Board of Certification for the Athletic TrainerLicensure with the State of Colorado as an Athletic Trainer
- Healthcare Provider BLS
- Master’s degreeStrong organizational and communication skills1 year of experience in an orthopedic setting providing direct patient careExperience working in conjunction with orthopedic/sports medicine physiciansAdvanced knowledge of the field as it relates to sports medicineBilingual, Spanish-speaking
- Nursing certification (ANCC) in specialty area
- Computer Skills:
- Basic keyboarding skills
- MS Office
- EPIC
- Kronos
Job Category: Health Care
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Apr 11, 2022
Unposting Date: Ongoing
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