Athletic Trainer (1.0 FTE) - Orthopedic Clinic - Hennepin County Medical Center

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County. 

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

We are currently seeking a full-time Athletic Trainer to join our Orthopedic Clinic. A hiring incentive is available for eligible external candidates (current employees, and former employees returning to HHS within one year are ineligible).

SUMMARY

Athletic training encompasses the prevention, examination, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of emergent, acute, or chronic injuries and medical conditions. Collaborates with physicians & other providers to provide preventative services, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention, and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assessment and treatment of patients with orthopedic conditions
• Treatment and Rehabilitation - Technical training and proficiency in skills related to application of casting material, special braces, and orthopedic soft goods
• Injury and Illness Prevention and Wellness Promotion
• Clinical Evaluation and Diagnosis under provider direction
• Applies / removes protective or injury-preventive devices such as tape, bandages, casting, and braces under provider direction
• Prepares for injections, changes dressings, applies durable medical equipment, and removes sutures/staples under provider direction
• Provides first aid or emergency care
• Assists provider with minor orthopedic procedures
• Gathers and verifies pertinent patient information; compiles patient medical data
• Assists with documentation of patient data into electronic health records system
• Ensures coding requirements are followed during entry of patient information
• Maintains an efficient, organized clinical flow
• Acts as a prescribing delegate to enter medical orders (i.e. medications, laboratory services, imaging studies, and other auxiliary services into the computerized provider order entry (CPOE) into patient electronic records under the direct supervision of the provider)
• Prepares, stocks, and cleans exam room
• Rooms patients and prepares for exam
• Any and all other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:

• Certified Athletic Trainer (AT-C)

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 – 2 years’ experience in a clinical setting

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology required
• Knowledge of diagnostic procedures, pharmacology, and treatment assessments required
• Ability to articulate descriptions of orthopedic conditions based on the understanding of anatomical structures and their relationship with one another
• Ability to prioritize work based on volume and deadlines
• Knowledge of proper application of aseptic techniques, dressing changes, wound care, and removal of sutures, staples, pins, K-wires, and set-up of surgical fields
• Strong organizational and customer service skills
• Ability to work well in a critical environment and be detail oriented

License/Certifications:

• Certified Athletic Trainer (AT-C) required

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.  

Please Note:  Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.