Nov 21, 2024

Sports Medicine Manager, Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Surgeon

Job Description

Sports Medicine Manager, Orthopaedic Surgery WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! Departmental Job Summary The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center is recruiting a seasoned Manager for the Sports Medicine Athletic Trainers team. Job Duties will include: Directs, manages, hires, and supervises Lead Certified Athletic Trainers at each regional location via a created Athletic Training Network to UTSW. Evaluates clinic scheduling for Sports Medicine providers by proxy of local clinic staff. Search for ways to improve productivity, reduce costs, and make the best use of the business resources. Manages a dedicated phone line and assist with patient calls to the UTSW athletic trainer network and coordinate scheduling athletic injuries across all access sites independent of the access center. Oversees training sites for Athletic Trainers from university programs as well as coordinates immersion programs, conference education, and preceptors. Additional duties as assigned. BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits! EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required Education Master’s Degree in Athletic Training or Sports Medicine from an accredited program or equivalent related health degree. Experience Successful completion of accredited residency/fellowship in athletic training and orthopedic surgery. 3 years experience working with sports teams and/or in an outpatient clinic to include one (1) year of supervisory experience. Licenses and Certifications (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT for healthcare providers from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Upon Hire (ATC) Athletic Trainer Certification (TLAT) Texas Licensed Athletic Trainer Preferred Licenses and Certifications (OTC) ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICN CERTFICATION JOB DUTIES Directs, manages, hires, and supervises Lead Certified Athletic Trainers at each regional location via a created Athletic Training Network to UTSW. Evaluates clinic scheduling for Sports Medicine providers by proxy of local clinic staff. Search for ways to improve productivity, reduce costs, and make the best use of the business resources. Manages a dedicated phone line and assist with patient calls to the UTSW athletic trainer network and coordinate scheduling athletic injuries across all access sites independent of the access center. Oversees training sites for Athletic Trainers from university programs as well as coordinates immersion programs, conference education, and preceptors. Coordinates annual sports meetings with an intended audience of Athletic Trainers, Physical Therapists, Sports Surgeons & Primary Care Sports Medicine Providers. Supports quality and process improvement projects within their practice, in collaboration with clinical leadership. Establishes the Saturday morning sports clinic workflow and oversee developing plans, priorities and work assignments to achieve Sports Medicine goals. Participates in the development of both long- and short-term strategic business planning for the Sports Medicine initiative. Implements such plans in a manner to achieve operational results for assigned areas. Manages the negotiation and establishment of contractual arrangements for professional services. Serves as primary liaison between UTSW sports medicine providers and all professional, collegiate, and high school teams. Performs other duties as assigned. SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. EEO Statement UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

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