Athletic Trainer-Certified Orthopedic Technician

Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

May 01, 2025

Department:

62742500 Orthopedic Surgery

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

None

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

• 1.0 FTE (80 hours per 2-week pay period)
• 8-hour day shifts, no weekends, no major holidays

Job Description:

Provides and coordinates care for patients across the continuum of clinic and the operating room/hospital in collaboration with orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine physicians, podiatrist and other health care providers. Provides clinic assistance in a provider practice setting. provides assistance to the surgeon in the operating and hospital setting. Tasks include but are not limited to assisting orthopedic providers in the operating rooms.

Principle Responsibilities

• Clinical Athletic Training Services (AT)
  • Performs rooming and vitals, may include but are not limited to checking all appropriate age-related vitals, reviewing allergy and tobacco history, reviewing medication dose, route and frequency at each visit, documenting reason for visit.
  • Gathers detailed history, conducts Review of Systems, review past medical history, surgical history, social history, family history and problem list for each patient.
  • Performs initial exam on each patient and summarize findings to the physician, including reviewing test results.
  • Documents in electronic medical record system.
  • Provides patient care pre/post encounter or procedure, preventative or other health information per provider.
  • Coordinates care with other medical providers which will include but is not limited to physicians, physical therapists, qualified rehabilitation consultant, or athletic trainers.
  • Coordinates communication of medical information, plan of care, patient education and after visit summary to the patient.
  • Assists in the collection, labeling and processing specimens.
  • Administers therapies or treatments as directed by provider.
  • Follows through to resolve service problems promptly and professionally with the involvement of the appropriate clinic personnel.
  • Facilitates communication between physician, patient, family and all health team members to ensure a unified approach to the plan of care, including medical messaging.
  • Communicates with physicians and other clinical team members to organize and prioritize work to maximize appropriateness, efficiency and effectiveness of patient care.
• Assists Surgeon in Operating Room/Hospital setting (OTC)
  • Positions the patient for surgery and aiding with draping.
  • Maintains a sterile field during the entire operation.
  • Assists the surgeon by using various tools including, but not limited to, tissue retractors, sponges, scopes, suction and irrigation equipment, etc.
  • Selects and passes instruments and supplies during an operation.
  • Assists with hemostasis by sponging, clamping, tying, or cauterizing vessels, or suturing tissue layers as directed by the surgeon.
  • Closes the incision at the end of the procedure and applying dressings to surgical wounds.
  • Applies casts, splints, or braces if necessary.
  • Leads and participates in the safety measures outlined by the facility you are operating in.
  • Assists surgical techs and nurses with room turnover.
  • Performs other duties under the direction and supervision of the orthopedic physician.
  • Better assists patients in the operating room, hospital and clinic with questions regarding their procedure. Knowledgeable in the pre-operative, operative and post-operative procedures and protocols.
• Utilization of Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and Casting/Splinting
  • Applies and removes casts and splints.
  • Gives patients instructions on care of their casts or splints.
  • Fits and gives instruction for DME application.
  • Completes paperwork for billing purposes, including reviewing with the patient.
• Outreach Athletic Training Services
  • Provides support and care through attendance at practices and games as outlined by Outreach or Organization contracts.
  • Coordinates