ATHLETIC TRAINER

Raleigh, North Carolina, As a part of Duke Health’s outpatient clinic network, you will enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, convenient work hours, and many opportunities for career advancement. Become a part of a team that values and invests in you.   JOB LOCATION Carolina Family Practice & Sports Medicine – 3700 NW Cary Pkwy, Cary, NC Carolina Family Practice & Sports Medicine – 401 Irving Pkwy, Holly Springs, NC Carolina Family Practice & Sports Medicine – 8300 Health Park, Raleigh, NC   JOB SUMMARY We are seeking an  Athletic Trainer  to provide direct and indirect care to patients at our  Carolina Family Practice & Sports Medicine Clinic.       Clinic location will either be in Raleigh, Cary, or Holly Springs.     The Certified Athletic Trainer in the Duke University Health System serves as a physician extender in the primary care, primary care sports medicine, and/or orthopaedic clinical setting.  The Certified Athletic Trainer specializes in the delivery of high quality health care to patients of all ages and athletes of all skill levels. The Certified Athletic Trainer is certified by the Board of Certification (NATA BOC) and is licensed to practice athletic training in the state of North Carolina by the North Carolina Board of Athletic Training Examiners (NCBATE). The Certified Athletic Trainer promotes the Duke University Health System within his/her own entity as well as through community outreach initiatives.  The Certified Athletic Trainer within the health system serves as an integral part of the healthcare delivery team. The Duke University Health System Values of excellence, safety, integrity, diversity, and teamwork will guide the daily responsibilities and outreach efforts put forth by the Certified Athletic Trainer.

  JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Support physician and other clinical / ancillary staff in daily patient care.   Complies with all OSHA and JHACO-issued policies and procedures. Performs appropriate patient intake for a variety of medical and musculoskeletal conditions.  This includes, but is not limited to, thorough history of condition or injury, chief complaint, assessment of pain level, completion and / or review of past medical history, family history, and social history, and medication reconciliation.   At direction of supervising physician, performs appropriate point of care testing.  This includes but is not limited to: UA, upreg, mono spot, rapid flu, etc. At direction of supervising physician,   orders appropriate diagnostic testing or follow-up care that includes but is not limited to: xrays, MRI, CT scan, EMG, diagnostic ultrasound, rehabilitation referrals, specialty referrals, and prescription medications.   Documents all aspects of evaluation, testing appropriately within the EMR.   Based on patient diagnosis, current activity level and patient care plan goal, collaborates with supervising physician to: Develop and teach an appropriate home exercise program Appropriately choose and fit durable medical equipment  Fabricate and apply custom splint or cast Educate patient as to why any of the above or combination of the above is included in the plan of care  Uses current best practices for concussion evaluation, which includes but is not limited to: Symptom scoring via detailed clinical interview  ImPACT neurocognitive test Vestibular Ocular Motor Screen Balance Assessment Recognition of symptom clusters, clinical trajectories based on symptom presentation  Collaborates with supervising physician to develop a specific concussion care plan for each patient that includes academic and physical recommendations based on clinical assessment  Prepares for and assists physician with minor procedures. Uses excellent written and verbal communication in all aspects of interactions with patients, patients’ families, staff,   internal and external physicians and guests of the department Maintains confidentiality (HIPAA, FERPA, etc) in matters relating to employees, community members, patients, families, and visitors.

  Triages patient messages, phone calls and questions appropriately, whether it is resolving issue within the scope of practice or utilizing physician, nurse triage, other ancillary staff as needed to resolve question.   Manages referrals to specialists, diagnostics tests in a timely manner and communicates both delays, and results/subsequent plan of care in a courteous, efficient, and patient-appropriate manner  Initiates problem solving, critical thinking, and conflict resolution to foster sound working relationships with peers/colleagues  Attends mandatory full staff and clinical meetings and acknowledges receipt of and reviews minutes if absent   JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in athletic training or equivalent from a CAATE accredited program required. NATABOC Certification (National Athletic Trainers Association-Board of Certification) is required.   JOB HOURS The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.   Job Code: 00004597 ATHLETIC TRAINER Job Level: D2   Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, gender, genderexpression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.   Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.   Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities.

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