ATC-PE Certified Athletic Trainer-Physician Extender

**ABOUT US:** Downstate Health Physicians (DHP) represents the faculty of SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, Brooklyn's only academic medical center. DHP is looking for an energetic, eager, ATC\-PE (Physician Extender) to work in our Orthopaedic and PM\&R outpatient clinics assisting physicians with patients and daily operations. This individual should possess strong anatomical knowledge, excellent patient care and competent evaluation skills. This is a full\-time position with a comprehensive benefits package. **SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** * Expectations\-promote excellent patient care in all aspects of the position. Maintain charts, records and relevant paperwork. * Conducting injury screenings for student\-athletes. Working the injury clinic on the weekends (rotating staff schedule) Generating and implementing in\-home exercise programs. Assisting with day\-to\-day operations (inventory, ordering, stocking, cleaning and maintenance of equipment, etc.). * Assist with pre\-participation physical examinations of high school and collegiate athletes both on and off site. Communicate with referring ATC or MD. * You will have the opportunity to perform outreach services as an ATC to the local community and numerous established accounts within University Sports Medicine (USM). * All communication must maintain confidentiality and be HIPPA compliant. * All successful candidates must undergo various background checks, health clearance, compliance training and maintain credentials for continued employment and adhere to the UHB Principles of Behavior. **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:** * Thorough knowledge of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, hygiene, nutrition, taping, bracing, emergency procedures, conditioning, prevention of injuries, injury evaluation, rehabilitation procedures and a familiarity of protective equipment. * A Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) who has graduated from a CAATE\-accredited Athletic Training program. * NATA certification, NYS certification eligible, current CPR and AED. * Preferred three to five years of experience in Orthopaedics. CSCS, OTC, OPA, EMT, all a plus for the ATC\-PE. \*\*\*Emerging ATC professionals are encouraged to apply. Salary commensurable with experience. Job Type: Full\-time Pay: $60,000\.00 \- $68,000\.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Relocation assistance * Vision insurance Work Location: In person