PRN/Hourly Athletic Trainer - UI Health Care Cedar Rapids Sports Medicine/Ortho

Overview

The University of Iowa Health Care is seeking a patient-centered PRN Athletic Trainer to work within our specialty clinics supporting our Sports Medicine Orthopedic Clinic in Cedar Rapids. This position will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team and provide direct assistance to other medical providers in the Cedar Rapids Orthopedic Clinic. We offer our patients comprehensive care teams including orthopedic physicians, physical therapists, rehabilitation specialists, and other advanced care providers.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform initial patient intake including assessment, medical history, and physical examination.
• Present patient to supervising provider including history, physical exam, pertinent test results, and working diagnosis.
• Collaborate with attending provider to determine appropriate treatment plan, communicate with patient, and provide home exercise/rehabilitation instruction as needed.
• Collaborate with attending provider to apply or remove splints/casts/braces and fit crutches; provide product education.
• Remove sutures and provide wound care and dressing changes.
• Assist physician in procedures as needed, including preparing materials for injections and sutures, and preparation of the treatment site.
• Document clinic visits according to documentation policies; collect data and transcribe in the electronic medical record for LIP with cosign.
• Develop and distribute ongoing patient-centered educational information including exercise instruction, gait training, wound care, and concussion management per the treating provider.
• Coordinate and prepare patient medical records and imaging from outside providers prior to appointments to expedite clinic efficiency.
• Communicate with patient, family, and medical staff to follow up and enhance continuity of care via compliant phone/electronic means.
• Knowledge of health care policies and regulations governing clinical practice; demonstrate ethical behavior in real situations.
• Provide support to other clinics (e.g., Urgent Care, QuickCare) as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Location, Schedule, and Pay

• Location: Cedar Rapids, IA (and surrounding clinics based on clinical need/hours)
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, variable hours 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM; no holidays; no weekends; no on-call
• Percent of Time: PRN (minimum 20 hours per month)
• Pay Range: $22.33/hr - $46.77/hr (based on experience)

Qualifications

Education

• A Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training. A Master's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience is desired.

Required Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience as an Athletic Trainer.
• Working knowledge of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine. Board Certified Athletic Trainer.
• Experience in a physician practice setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Iowa Athletic Trainer License, or license eligible.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• Driver's License and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards.
• Ability to provide support to other clinical locations based on need.

Desired Qualifications

• Completion of an Athletic Training Residency Program.
• 3-5 years of experience as a certified Athletic Trainer.
• OTC Certification.
• Epic experience (Electronic Medical Records).
• Previous casting experience.

In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume that clearly addresses how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 3 calendar days. For questions or additional information, contact Erin Belding at erin-belding@uiowa.edu.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

Application and Contact

Contact: Erin Belding, Email: erin-belding@uiowa.edu

Application Instructions: Please email resume and hours of availability to Erin-Belding@uiowa.edu

Ad Dates: Start 09/12/2025 – End 09/19/2025