Athletic Trainer, HSS Orthopedics Now

Responsibilities

• Job Summary
• Clinical Care & Triage Responsibilities
• The Athletic Trainer provides comprehensive musculoskeletal care within scope of practice under physician supervision, including assessment, treatment, and referral. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Triage and evaluate patients presenting with acute or subacute musculoskeletal complaints
• Assist with diagnosis and treatment planning in collaboration with NP/PA/Physician colleagues
• Participate in the management of conditions, including:
• Bone, joint, and muscle injuries
• Strains, sprains, and suspected dislocations or fractures (including initial management and referral)
• Painful, swollen, or injured joints
• Back and neck pain
• Osteoarthritis
• Sports-related injuries
• Pediatric injuries
• Perform and assist with outpatient procedures within scope (e.g., splinting, bracing)
• Provide gait training and assistive device education
• Deliver patient education on diagnosis, treatment plans, and self-care
• Escalate cases appropriately to ensure timely access to higher levels of care
• Patient Flow & Care Coordination Responsibilities
• The AT supports efficient clinic operations and continuity of care by:
• Reviewing patient records prior to visits to support appropriate scheduling and triage in accordance with clinical protocols
• Supporting efficient patient flow and minimizing wait times
• Coordinating check-in/check-out processes and follow-up appointments
• Facilitating referrals, insurance needs, and provider communications
• Serving as a liaison between clinical and administrative teams
• Supporting inventory and supply management
• Assisting with point-of-service administrative tasks, including collections and end-of-day reconciliation, as needed
• Job Qualifications
• Education - Required
• Master's degree
• Licensure/Certification - Required
• Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (ATC)
• New York State Athletic Trainer Licensure
• BLS Certification from the American Heart Association
• Experience - Preferred
• Minimum of 2 years in an outpatient, ambulatory, or hospital-based setting
• Experience documenting and communicating patient status and clinical data (i.e. vital signs, pulse oximetry, height and weight)
• Knowledge of conditions or situations requiring escalation to advance practice providers or physicians
• Skills - Preferred
• Strong musculoskeletal assessment and clinical decision-making skills within scope of practice
• Proficiency in bracing, splinting, and gait training
• Excellent interpersonal and patient service skills
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced clinical environment
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Comfor

Benefits

Additional Information

How you move is why we're here. ® Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless... Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success. If this describes you then let's talk! HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise. Emp Status Regular Full time Work Shift Compensation Range The base pay scale for this position is $47,000.00 - $71,750.00. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

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