Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center
Athletic Trainer/ATC (Full-Time)
Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center, Akron, Ohio, United States, 44329
Position Summary
The Athletic Trainer (ATC) is responsible for assisting Physicians and/or Mid-level Providers in the clinic setting and in other settings such as the hospital and within the DME department. 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.
Essential Job Functions / Accountabilities
Ensure that proper patient forms are complete, current, and entered into the computer.
Check EMR for progress notes and stat orders, prepare charge tickets, and act on any stat orders.
Enter DME charges with appropriate modifiers based on insurance requirements.
Conduct accurate dispensing of DME in the inventory management system.
Obtain authorizations from insurance companies for patient durable medical equipment.
Check patients' insurance benefits and provide detailed explanation of coverage and benefits to the patients per DME guidelines.
Fit patients with prescribed orthosis, evaluate, modify, fit, train, and answer any DME questions.
Schedule DME appointments for patients and send referrals to the appropriate vendor based on insurance restrictions.
Provide back-up coverage and assist in daily office routine when needed in other areas.
Monitor and maintain office equipment; order supplies within budgetary constraints; clean, sterilize, and restock examination rooms.
Assist physicians and/or physician's assistants with special procedures, gather necessary equipment, position patient, and respond to instructions.
Remove dressing and wraps, apply and remove casts and splints.
Provide patient education on physician's plan of care.
Ensure charge tickets are marked appropriately and supplies given to patient.
Attend in-services and departmental meetings.
Perform all other duties not specifically assigned.
Position Requirements
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:
Current license issued by the 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:
Monday‑Friday; Variable 7:30 AM‑5 PM
Status:
Full‑Time, 40 hours per week
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Essential Job Functions / Accountabilities
Ensure that proper patient forms are complete, current, and entered into the computer.
Check EMR for progress notes and stat orders, prepare charge tickets, and act on any stat orders.
Enter DME charges with appropriate modifiers based on insurance requirements.
Conduct accurate dispensing of DME in the inventory management system.
Obtain authorizations from insurance companies for patient durable medical equipment.
Check patients' insurance benefits and provide detailed explanation of coverage and benefits to the patients per DME guidelines.
Fit patients with prescribed orthosis, evaluate, modify, fit, train, and answer any DME questions.
Schedule DME appointments for patients and send referrals to the appropriate vendor based on insurance restrictions.
Provide back-up coverage and assist in daily office routine when needed in other areas.
Monitor and maintain office equipment; order supplies within budgetary constraints; clean, sterilize, and restock examination rooms.
Assist physicians and/or physician's assistants with special procedures, gather necessary equipment, position patient, and respond to instructions.
Remove dressing and wraps, apply and remove casts and splints.
Provide patient education on physician's plan of care.
Ensure charge tickets are marked appropriately and supplies given to patient.
Attend in-services and departmental meetings.
Perform all other duties not specifically assigned.
Position Requirements
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:
Current license issued by the 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:
Monday‑Friday; Variable 7:30 AM‑5 PM
Status:
Full‑Time, 40 hours per week
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