Certified Athletic Trainer - Physical Medicine, Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine & Interventional Spine

POSITION DETAILS:

Job Title: Certified Athletic Trainer

Practice: Physical Medicine, Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine & Interventional Spine - Malia Cali, MD

Status: This is a full-time, year-round, benefits eligible position

Classification: Exempt - Salary

Location: Primarily based at our Frisco clinic location, with occasional travel to other locations as needed by the practice.

Schedule: Monday - Friday

CERTIFIED ATHLETIC TRAINER OVERVIEW:

The Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) will play an integral role in the daily operations of a dynamic medical practice. Serving as a key member of the care team, the ATC will provide both clinical and administrative support, helping to ensure a seamless patient experience from initial evaluation through treatment and recovery. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: welcoming and preparing patients for their visit, conducting initial assessments, documenting medical histories, facilitating communication between patients and providers, managing phone inquiries, supporting perioperative care, and contributing to rehabilitation and treatment planning. This position requires close collaboration with the supervising physician and assigned practice's medical team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Using a multidisciplinary team approach, assess, evaluate and document orthopedic injuries and conditions of patients upon intake.
• Obtain patient history, perform physical exams, educate patients and answer questions, organize notes and radiographs, casting/splinting, DME fitting
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to create and implement comprehensive treatment and rehabilitations plans.
• Administrative duties including, but not limited to filling out patient's FMLA paperwork, scheduling patient appointments, voicemails and phone calls, handling telehealth calls, ordering injections, and communicating with physical therapists.
• Communicate with patients, physician and health care professionals on a plan for optimal patient-centered care.
• Educate athletes on injury prevention techniques and proper rehabilitation methods.
• Accurately document patient injuries, treatments, and progress in a timely and organized manner, ensuring all records are complete and up to date.
• Apply clinical expertise and interpersonal skills to enhance the patient experience, promoting a supportive, efficient, and professional environment during each office visit.
• Maintain strict compliance with HIPAA regulations by safeguarding patient information and ensuring confidentiality in all communications and documentation.
• Stay updated on the latest research and best practices in sports medicine and athletic training.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Please note, the responsibilities and scope outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may evolve based on the business's needs. This job description serves as a general overview of key duties and responsibilities but is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all tasks required for the position. Duties may change at any time, with or without notice, and at the sole discretion of The Steadman Clinic.