Clinical Care Coordinator (Northwest AR.)

Closing Date:

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in Athletic Training plus one (1) year of athletic training experience
• Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) through BOC (Board of Certification)
• Arkansas State Licensure (or ability to obtain before start date)
• Teaching certification in secondary education or eligibility to obtain one
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with casting/splinting
• Master's Degree in Athletic Training
• TAGME Certified

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Licensed and certified Athletic Trainer with a strong clinical background.
• Proficiency in evaluating and managing sports-related injuries and illnesses.
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills to support program compliance.
• Ability to balance clinical and administrative responsibilities effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with patients, athletes, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with ACGME accreditation standards is preferred.

Additional Information:

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Duties

• Provides appropriate care for athletes and patients. Recognize, prevent and perform evaluations within a clinic setting, initiate appropriate treatments, and recommend appropriate follow up care. Primary direct care responsibilities include the following: assessing patients, gathering and documenting intake information, assisting physicians with procedures, including blood draws, casting, bracing, and DME sizing/fitting, and arranging other care needs for patients.
• Patient and athlete education and advocacy. Communicate effectively with patients, parents, trainers, and other healthcare providers. Acts as liaison between patients needing medical treatment/ therapy services and healthcare providers. Ensures the patient and family understand the treatment plan.
• Perform required administrative duties related to clinical tasks. Primary administrative responsibilities include the following: maintaining documentation of patients within EHR system, including documentation of any necessary follow up, scheduling of patients, obtaining insurance authorizations, collaboration with physicians, trainers, and the interprofessional team to help coordinate care. Duties also include keeping clinic areas neat, organized, and safe, assist with supply ordering and maintain organization and inventory of supplies/ equipment. Assists with the referral and scheduling of athletes and patients to appropriate healthcare providers.

Administrative duties - GME Sports Medicine Fellowship Program

• Support day-to-day operations and compliance requirements of the Sports Medicine Fellowship program.
• Manage and maintain data and documentation using the following tools:
• New Innovations data management software
• ACGME WebADS accreditation data management software
• Video conferencing - Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams
• Thalamus GME
• Microsoft Office Suite - Word, PowerPoint, Excel (intermediate level proficiency)
• Record-keeping and documentation for program accreditation and internal tracking
• Communication with residents, faculty, hospital administration, the Education Office, and the GME/DIO Office
• Schedule coordination for residents, faculty, and program leadership
• Meeting organization, documentation, and minute-taking
• Event planning and coordination for orientations, graduations, and resident social events
• Support recruitment of residents and assist the Program Director in faculty recruitment
• Solicit community support for program needs (in compliance with UAMS policies)
• Provide emotional and logistical support to fellows and residents
• Balance multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced academic clinical environment

May perform other duties as assigned

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.