Athletic Trainer​/ATC - Fairlawn, OH

Overview

Athletic Trainer/ATC - Fairlawn, OH (Full-Time) (Biotech)

• Assist Physicians and/or Mid-level Providers in the clinic, hospital, and DME department settings.
• Fit and educate patients on Durable Medical Equipment (DME) as prescribed by the physician; assist with the application and removal of casts.
• Coordinate and advise on all aspects of the DME program including insurance and billing; act as liaison between staff, physician, DME supervisor, and manager.
• Assist in general maintenance of equipment, supplies, and exam rooms.
• Ensure patient forms are complete and current; enter information into the EMR; check progress notes and stat orders; prepare charge tickets and act on stat orders.
• Enter DME charges with appropriate modifiers based on insurance requirements; dispense DME accurately in the inventory management system.
• Obtain insurance authorizations for patient DME; explain coverage and benefits to patients per DME guidelines.
• Fit patients with prescribed orthoses including evaluation, modification, fitting, training on fit/function, and answering DME questions.
• Schedule DME appointments and send referrals to vendors based on insurance restrictions to ensure timely delivery of equipment.
• Provide back-up coverage and assist in daily office routine as needed in other areas.
• Monitor and maintain office equipment; order office and orthopaedic/medical supplies; clean, sterilize, and stock examination rooms; ensure cleanliness and restock within budget; report repairs or maintenance needs.
• Assist physicians and/or physician assistants with procedures; gather necessary equipment, position patient, and follow physician instructions; remove dressings and casts, apply casts and splints; educate patients on DME.
• Gather data and instructional materials for discharged patients; ensure patient is informed of follow-up appointment times/locations.
• Provide patient education on the physician’s plan of care (hand-outs, return demonstrations, etc.).
• Mark charge tickets appropriately for equipment and ensure supplies are given to patients; participate in 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.
• Experience: 3-5 years of demonstrated experience as an Athletic Trainer or related field preferred.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
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• Certifications/Licenses/Registrations: Current license issued by the OT/PT/AT 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.