Athletic Trainer - Orthopaedic Clinic & Secondary School Sports Coverage

Job Description

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Position qualifies for our Athletic Trainer Incentive Program : $10,000 paid over a three (3) year commitment period. Payment is spread over a 3-year period in six(6) installments. Payment is made after each six (6) month period of work is completed.

Dedicated Athletic Trainer with expertise in ambulatory care and school environments. Skilled in providing comprehensive support student athletes, combining clinical knowledge with a commitment to promoting health and performance. Role will include working in the Department of Orthopeadics as well as on the field student athlete support in the Chatham County School District.

Summary :

The Athletic Trainer (ATC) operates as a key member of the health care team to provide evaluation and clinical skills specific to patient care according to the departments scope of service. ATC’s join a skilled clinical team comprised of Medical Assistants, Nurses, Orthopedic Cast technicians, Medical Apprentices, and other Athletic Trainers. This position works under the clinical supervision of a provider for patient care activities, and under the general direction of the designated manager / supervisor.

Responsibilities :

• This position will require that the applicant possesses the clinical evaluation and clinical skills expected of an athletic trainer working in an ambulatory clinical setting. In this setting, the Athletic Trainer can participate or be engaged in the following;

1. Clinic Responsibilities

2. Patient Education

3. Organization and Administration

The Department of Orthopaedics at UNC is built upon core values that encompass clinical care, operations, teaching, research, and an unwavering commitment to our people. Nestled within our team is a group of exceptionally skilled and patient-centered individuals, comprising physicians, physician extenders, and staff. Their collective expertise equips us to address a diverse of musculoskeletal needs within our community. Our specialized network includes experts focused on sports medicine, re-injury prevention, hand / wrist / elbow, knee & hip, foot & ankle, orthopedic oncology, pediatrics, and trauma services.

Spanning across four locations, namely UNC Orthopaedics at Carolina Pointe II, UNC Orthopaedics Ambulatory Care Center (ACC) on the UNC Chapel Hill campus, UNC Orthopaedics-Weaver Crossing near the Chapel Hill / Durham border, and our newest addition, UNC Orthopaedics at Panther Creek in Cary, our facilities are strategically positioned to serve a wider population.

Should you join our department, you'd become part of a uniquely skilled and motivated team comprising athletic trainers, nurses, medical assistants, and orthopaedic cast technicians. Our exclusive cadre of orthopaedic physicians and advanced practice providers is deeply dedicated to ensuring exceptional and equitable care for every patient in our communities. This environment offers an opportunity to work and grow alongside a talented team, contributing to our shared goal of delivering outstanding patient care.

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Job Details

Legal Employer : STATE

Entity : UNC Faculty Physicians

Organization Unit : SOM Orthopaedics

Work Type : Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week : 40.00

Salary Range :  $22.45 - $32.27 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type : Onsite

Work Schedule : Day Job

Location of Job : US : NC : Chapel Hill

Exempt From Overtime : Exempt : No

This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and / or to apply for a career opportunity.