Community Memorial Hospital, Hamilton is hiring: Athletic Trainer - Certified in New York

Responsibilities and Duties: Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned, including checking schedules and organizing patient flow; accompanying patients to exam rooms; assisting patients as needed with walking transfers, preparing for exam; collecting patient history; performing screenings per provider guidelines; charting; relaying instructions to patients/families; answering calls and providing pertinent information. Completes clerical responsibilities as assigned, which may include sending/receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab/X‑ray reports, hospital notes, referral information; completing forms/requisitions as needed; scheduling appointments; verifying insurance coverage and patient demographics; managing and updating charts to ensure information is complete and filed appropriately. Fits patients and gives appropriate instruction on a variety of DME; prepares patients for diagnostic tests and assists in coordination of patient care; is proficient in casting and splinting applications and associated procedures including dressing changes and suture removal. Completes organizational responsibilities as assigned, including respecting/promoting patient rights; responding appropriately to emergency codes; sharing problems relating to patients and/or staff with immediate supervisor. Is available for sport coverage duties at various events; rounds with contracted high schools and colleges to provide care, assistance and education to injured athletes. Fulfills clinical medical assisting responsibilities, which include checking vital signs; preparing for physical examination; verifying prescriptions with physician’s orders; performing laboratory procedures under OSHA guidelines; ensuring quality control methods; providing emergency first aid. Adheres to the MA scope of practice in the laboratory and complies with NYS guidelines. Works as part of a team along with Physicians, APPs, Licensed Nurses, Receptionists and all other staff. Always maintains patient confidentiality and is HIPAA compliant. Complies with organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

Experience in an outpatient/office setting.