ATC Physician Extender at Illinois Bone and Joint Institute LLC

Glenview, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Athletic Training, Patient Care, Communication Skills, Teamwork, Injury Prevention, Therapy Development, Exercise Instruction, Patient Education, Clinical Coordination, DME Fitting, Record Keeping, HIPAA Compliance, Time Management, Problem Solving, Patient Evaluation, Inventory Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Description Illinois Bone & Joint Institute, LLC, is one of the largest independent physician-owned orthopedic practices in the United States, with 100 locations and 150 physicians throughout the Chicagoland area, expertise in every orthopedic specialty, and complete diagnostic and rehab services. Illinois Bone & Joint Institute offers relief, solutions, and the comprehensive integrated care you need. IBJI's dedicated physicians and staff pair cutting edge technology with modern practice techniques to offer the most beneficial and effective means of recovery. This integration allows us to perform a full-range of collaborative and comprehensive services that directly impact our patients quality of life. IBJI wants to help you move better, so you can live better. We are currently seeking a full time certified athletic trainer to join our team at the Glenview, Morton Grove and Chicago Park Ridge locations. Summary The Athletic Trainer (ATC) Physician Extender is an integral part of a fast-paced orthopedic practice that must excel in IBJI’s core values of patient-centric care, musculoskeletal care, and teamwork. The ATC Physician Extender functions as a liaison between the patients, physicians, and clinical support staff. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: managing day-to-day needs of a specific physician’s practice, providing superior care to patients, and educating the patients on injury and other health-related awareness/prevention topics. All responsibilities should be performed while maintaining the highest standard of care and integrity in order to provide the best patient experience possible. Responsibilities Promote excellent patient care Assist with patient examinations and treatments. Order tests/labs based on MD/PA direction. Manage/coordinate clinical schedule(s) as directed. Takes an active role within the patient medical team. Develop positive relationships with the physician teams at IBJI. Communicate with physicians, regarding patients’ conditions, treatments, and protocols. Treats and prevents athletic injuries by developing therapies to reduce pain and improve mobility under the direction of a physician. Assists in exercise instruction and demonstration, patient evaluation and testing. Demonstrate clear and effective communication skills to patients to educate them on their plan of care. Compliance with completing daily paperwork and maintaining patient records within the electronic medical record system. Maintain, order, and stock supplies/inventory as instructed. Independently schedule and perform DME brace fitting and educate patients with proper donning and doffing, as assigned. Return voicemail and email messages from patients and clinical staff in a timely manner. Attend continuing education seminars to keep Illinois license in good standing. Always follow HIPAA/OSHA guidelines and regulations. Other duties may be assigned at any time by the supervisor. Requirements Qualifications/Requirements Graduate from an accredited Athletic Training Program BOC Certified Athletic Trainer Hold or eligible for Illinois Licensure as an Athletic Trainer in good standing Ability to work in a fast paced environment Professional and effective written and verbal communication skills Experience with DME fitting and application preferred Physical Requirements Ability to lift greater than 25 pounds Demonstrates good understanding of proper body mechanics for lifting, pulling, pushing Ability to be stand and sit for sequences of time greater than 30 minutes Ability to work on a computer for lengthy times during the day Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills and relevant experience. We offer the following benefits to those who are benefit eligible (30+ hours a week): medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long and short term disability, 401k program with company match and profit sharing, wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible savings accounts, ID protection plan and accident, critical illness and hospital benefits. In addition, we offer paid holidays and paid time off.

Responsibilities

The ATC Physician Extender manages day-to-day needs of a specific physician’s practice and provides superior care to patients. They also educate patients on injury and health-related awareness topics.