What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer (ATC) position at Premier Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine?
Join our Team at Premier Orthopaedics!
Title: Certified Athletic Trainer
Location: Pottstown, Lionville, PA
Schedule: Weekdays, 7:15am-4:30pm. Pottstown office Monday-Friday. Lionville office Friday afternoon.
About Us:
Premier is a leading orthopedic practice committed to diagnosing and treating a wide range of orthopedic injuries and conditions. We operate in over 50 locations and have more than 70 physicians dedicated to providing exceptional care across the Greater Philadelphia area. With a team of nearly 1,000 employees, we thrive in a supportive environment that prioritizes collaboration and patient satisfaction.
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, vision, and dental plans, 100% employer-paid life insurance, and a 401(k) match, eligible on the first of the month following start date.
- Generous paid sick and vacation time.
- 7 Paid Holidays per year.
- Excellent opportunities for growth and advancement.
- Employee referral reward program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Acts as a liaison between patients, physicians, physician assistants, RNs, MAs, and employees
- Responsible for maintaining clinic flow in all areas of the clinic to include the directing of physicians to their next patient, having pertinent data available and ready for review
- Able to provide competent patient assessment through history, physical and examination on all new and established patients
- Able to review patient records and data base to determine health status and is able to identify normal and abnormal findings on history, physical and exam
- After evaluation of the patient is able to provide a thorough presentation of pertinent data both subjective and objective to the attending physician
- Records patient data gathered during the interview or examination and maintains in patient file and EMR
- Able to communicate effectively the intended treatment plan with written and verbal instruction to ensure patient comprehension and compliance
- Performs duties of casting, splinting, suture and staple removal, wound care, brace fitting and crutch training
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in athletic training as well as a valid state license or certification.
- Proven education or experience will be requested.
- 2 years of Athletic Trainer experience in a clinic setting preferred
- Must hold a valid Athletic Trainer certification.
- Strong understanding of the challenges athletes face, proper nutrition, sports injuries, and treatment options.
- Understanding of first-aid treatments, massage, and physical therapy techniques and equipment
