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Full Time Physician Extender ATC - Kew Gardens

Northwell Health
$64,350.00 - $85,720.00 / yr
United States, New York, Kew Gardens
Apr 25, 2025
Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Group is the premier and fastest-growing orthopedic practice on Long Island, providing comprehensive care that helps thousands of our neighbors live more active lives, free from pain. Orlin & Cohen is one of the largest orthopedics practices in the region, with 19 offices in Nassau and Suffolk Counties, Queens, and Staten Island, we have been in business for more than 25 years and have over 1200 dedicated healthcare employees in our care. JOB DESCRIPTION Assist physician in the office setting with care from check in to check out as liaison between patient and care providers. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Applied Knowledge: Athletic trainers must have knowledge about a large range of medical problems. Assessment and evaluation skills and working with other healthcare professionals will be needed. Decision-Making Skills: Quick thinking by athletic trainers are vital to patient health. Attention to Detail: Athletic trainers should take notes on how people are recovering, and how to best keep them healing. Interpersonal Skills: Athletic trainers work with people in stressful situations. Keeping a clear head and a calm demeanor when talking to patients, medical professionals, staff and families will be an asset. Must have strong oral communication skills (reading, writing, speaking and comprehension). Must have the ability to organize, prioritize and perform multiple tasks with little or no supervision. SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES: Responsible for following patient care from check in to check out Liaison between patient, physician or physician office staff. Responsible for taking patient history, initial evaluation and documentation. Design and educate patients on home exercise protocols per the physician's request. Responsible for patient setup and education of in office procedures. Prepares for and assists physician with in office procedures such as, but not limited to suture removal, staple removal, preparation of intraarticular injections, PRP procedures and ordering of radiographic studies (X-ray, MRI, CT Scan, etc.). Radiology imaging and surgical authorizations and scheduling Responsible for brace and crutch fitting and product education. Triage patient messages, phone calls and questions appropriately, whether it is resolving issue within the scope of practice or utilizing physician, nurse triage and other ancillary staff as needed. Responsible for maintaining clinic flow between all areas of the clinic. Completes special projects as assigned. Counsel patients regarding diagnosis, treatment options, and outcomes. Organize & maintain research activities and logs Job Type: Full-time This position is eligible for a 10K retention bonus or a 10K loan reimbursement (to be paid out 50% at first year and 50% at second year). Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).