Athletic Trainer, ATC - Float Pool

Athletic Trainer, ATC - Float Pool (Full-Time)

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The Athletic Trainer (ATC) Float Pool position is responsible for coverage for our locations/clinics on an as needed basis due to volume or business need.

The Athletic Trainer (ATC) Floater is responsible for assisting Physicians and/or Mid-level Providers in the clinic setting. Duties include fitting and education of all Durable Medical Equipment (DME) as prescribed by the physician, the application and removal of casts, coordinates and advises on all aspects of the DME program including insurance and billing. Acts as a liaison between staff, physician, and DME supervisor and manager.

Assists in general maintenance of equipment, supplies, and exam rooms.

• Ensures that proper patient forms are complete, current, and entered into the computer. Checks EMR for progress notes and stat orders, prepares charge tickets and acts on any stat orders.
• Enter DME charges with appropriate modifiers based on insurance requirements. The ATC conducts accurate dispensing of DME in the inventory management system.
• Obtains authorizations from insurance companies for patient durable medical equipment. Checks patients' insurance benefits and provides detailed explanation of coverage and benefits to the patients per DME guidelines. Fits patients with prescribed orthosis, including patient evaluation, modification and fitting, training the patient on fit and function, and answering any DME questions.
• Schedules DME appointments for patients and sends referrals to the appropriate vendor based on insurance restrictions to ensure patients are able to obtain the prescribed medical equipment. Will provide back‑up coverage and assists in daily office routine when needed in other areas.
• Monitors and maintains office equipment; orders office supplies, orthopaedic/medical equipment, and supplies. Cleans, sterilizes, and stocks/maintains examination rooms and equipment. Maintains cleanliness of all clinical areas and exam rooms; restocks and orders supplies within budgetary constraints; checks and cleans equipment, makes minor adjustments, reports need for repair or maintenance to manager.
• Assists physicians and/or physicians assistants with special procedures, gathers necessary equipment of instruments, positions patient and responds to instructions given by physician or mid‑level provider. Includes removal of dressing and wraps, application and removal of casts and splints, application and patient education on DME. Gathers necessary data and instructional materials for discharged patients, ensuring that patient is aware of any necessary follow‑up appointment times and locations.
• Provides patient education on physician's plan of care (hand‑outs/return demonstration, etc.). Ensures charge tickets are marked appropriately, equipment and supplies are given to patient. Attends in‑services and departmental meetings.
• All other duties not specifically assigned.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field from an accredited university athletic training program required.

Experience:

3‑5 years of demonstrated experience as an Athletic Trainer or related field preferred.

Technical

Skills:

N/A

Certifications/Licenses/Registrations:
Current license issued by the Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy/Athletic Training (OTPTAT) Board to practice Athletic Training in the State of Ohio required;
Certified by the Board of Certification (BOC), Inc. for Athletic Trainers preferred; BLS required.

Schedule:

40 hours per week, Monday‑Friday

Status:
Full Time

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

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