06-Sep-2024

Lead Athletic Trainer

Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation

90536BR

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06-Sep-2024

Lead Athletic Trainer

Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation

90536BR

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University Job Title

Assistant Athletic Trainer

Bargaining Unit

None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Regular

Compensation Grade

Administration & Operations

Compensation Grade Profile

Supervisor; Senior Associate (23)

Wage Ranges

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Searchable Job Family

Athletics

Total # of hours to be worked:

37.5

Work Week

Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Work Location

Medical School Campus

Worksite Address

37-55 College Street New Haven, CT 06510

Work Model

On-site

Position Focus:

Provide care to Yale orthopedic patients and associated athletes and aid in developing community outreach programs in local high schools and Yale-sponsored athletic events. Partner with a physician in the clinic with rooming patients, taking a thorough injury or condition history and medical history, performing a physical examination of the patient, conducting a pain level assessment, reviewing medications and allergies, teaching patients home exercises, giving pre-operative instructions, assisting with the removal of sutures after surgery, and assessing the quality of life. The Lead Athletic Trainer will perform appropriate physical examinations, including range of motion, strength, sensation, palpation, functional, ligamentous, and other special testing as needed. The position will document each patient’s visit as required in EPIC, including patient history, exam details, test results, impressions, treatment plans, and patient instructions. This role will review and interpret diagnostic tests under physician direction, including radiographs, MRIs, EMGs, CT scans, and ultrasounds. This role will prepare and assist the physician with injection procedures done in the office and provide proper post-operative wound care and education, removal of sutures, and dressing changes to post-surgical patients as directed by the attending physician. This position will answer patient questions regarding treatment plans, surgery, rehabilitation, and any future care. This role will help plan professional development, attend educational in-services, participate in professional activities, and maintain a knowledge of current trends and practices. This position will assist the physician in the development or revision of policies and procedures pertaining to sports medicine patients and practices and will implement clinical initiatives with regard to patient safety and compliance. This person will also partner with the Senior Administrative Assistant/Clinical Scheduler to promptly respond to patient phone calls. This position will require frequent weekends and evening hours.

Additionally, the Lead Athletic Trainer will be responsible for supervising Yale School of Medicine Athletic Training staff and assigning, overseeing, and covering for the Assistant Athletic Trainers’ clinical and outreach duties. This includes but is not limited to processing staff payroll, approving requests for time off, and completing annual evaluations. The Lead Athletic Trainer will work alongside the Yale Sports Medicine Division Chief and managerial staff to develop, implement, and modify Yale School of Medicine Athletic Training policies and procedures (i.e., standing orders and standard operating procedures). The Lead Athletic Trainer will work with Assistant Athletic Trainers to ensure all outreach destinations have comprehensive athletic emergency action plans, sports concussion protocols, and athletics-specific COVID-19 protocols.

Essential Duties

1. Treats and rehabilitates athletes to return them to full activity levels. 2. Conducts pre-season screening and conditioning to prevent injuries during competitions. 3. Administers first aid and emergency techniques; applies tape, bandages, braces and padding to injuries. 4. Recommends new or modified care treatment; documents treatments, referrals and injury reports. 5. Determines methods for educating both athletes and coaching staff on proper training techniques and modalities. 6. In conjunction with the team physician, determines when an athlete has completed a rehabilitation program and can resume an appropriate level of activity. 7. Assists team physician during clinical hours. 8. Travels with and/or oversees assigned varsity sports teams. 9. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Physical Therapy or Allied Health Sciences required and two years of experience as an Athletic Trainer at the collegiate level or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of NCAA and Ivy League regulations.

Required Skill/Ability 1:

The incumbent must be able to perform the outlined tasks with minimal or no supervision in a clinical setting as they will have direct patient contact for the evaluation and treatment of medical and MSK pathology with the scope and practice of athletic training clinical competencies as defined by the NATA Board of Cert. and the State of CT Athletic Training Practice Act.

Required Skill/Ability 2:

Ability to maintain confidentiality according to HIPAA as this role will have access/knowledge of confidential medical info regarding medical history and access to information regarding the evaluation/treatment of patients. Ability to be creative, resourceful, and innovative in problem solving as problems encountered are of a moderate level of complexity.

Required Skill/Ability 3:

Ability to supervise and lead a team of athletic trainers, with strong leadership skills. Proficient in exercise instruction, patient education, and answering treatment-related questions. Excellent verbal and written communication, knowledge of medical terminology, and the ability to coordinate patient or athlete care with other healthcare providers.

Required Skill/Ability 4:

Proven ability to perform appropriate physical examination on patients seen including; range of motion testing, strength testing, sensation testing, palpation, functional testing, ligamentous testing, and special tests as needed and, the ability to review (under the direction of a physician) radiographs, MRIs, EMG studies, CT scans and, diagnostic ultrasounds.

Required Skill/Ability 5:

Ability to educate patients based on individual needs including but not limited to exercise instruction and demonstration and answering patient questions regarding the treatment plan, surgery, rehabilitation and future care.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:

Nationally certified athletic trainer (ATC), Connecticut state licensure, and a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Athletic Training (required for CT DPH regulation. CPR/AED (BLS) certification required.

Required Licenses or Certifications

Certified Athletic Trainer.

Weekend Hours Required?

Yes

Evening Hours Required?

Yes

Drug Screen

No

Health Screening

No

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement

The University maintains policies pertaining to COVID-19. All faculty, staff, students, and trainees are required to comply with these policies, which may be found here:
https://covid19.yale.edu/health-guidelines

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

EEO Statement:

University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

Inquiries concerning Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

Note

Yale University is a tobacco-free campus

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