Athletic Trainer, Physician Practice - Musculoskeletal Institute Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, Lincolnton
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Job Description
About the Role
Join American Addiction Centers as a Athletic Trainer, Physician Practice - Musculoskeletal Institute Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, Lincolnton in United States. Department: 02370 GCMG Sports Medicine: Lincolnton - Sports Medicine Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: M-F 8am-5pm Pay Range $26.55 - $39.
Key Responsibilities
- Performs injury assessments and refers patient for necessary care.
- Communicates with patients to triage, answer questions and to instruct in self-care, prevention and treatment.
- Communicates with Physician and medical team to help determine need for special tests or services.
- Establishes a plan of care and implements individual treatment based on evaluation results, health goals and by utilizing appropriate techniques.
Requirements
- specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age
Benefits & Compensation
- Hourly rate: $39.85/hr.
Work Schedule
- Full-time position.
- Call responsibilities required.
- No weekends required.
Apply to join American Addiction Centers as a Athletic Trainer, Physician Practice - Musculoskeletal Institute Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, Lincolnton.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Athletic Trainer, Physician Practice - Musculoskeletal Institute Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, Lincolnton at American Addiction Centers a 8.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% of all Orthopedic Surgery physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, flexible scheduling.
Clinicians in this score range report high career satisfaction and sustainable workloads. This is an ideal fit for providers who prioritize long-term career longevity.
Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context
This Orthopedic Surgery position at American Addiction Centers is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Nationally, Orthopedic Surgery professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $510k, with the typical range spanning $380k to $700k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Compensation Analysis
This position also offers production-based compensation: $40 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in United States.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Flexible scheduling options available
- Transparent compensation ($0k–$0k)
- Exceptional work-life balance score (8.3/10)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Injury Assessment, Patient Triage, Rehabilitation, Reconditioning, Patient Education, Clinical Evaluation, Medical Terminology, Conflict Resolution. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Orthopedic Surgery role.
Core responsibilities: Serves as a Clinical Athletic Trainer providing evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for musculoskeletal and sports-related conditions. Responsibilities include performing injury assessments, implementing individualized plans of care, and coordinating with physicians to ensure optimal patient o...
Benefits package: Paid Time Off, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
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Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (3)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Flexible scheduling (Schedule control protective)
Interpretation: Position demonstrates strong burnout protection with 3 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full Time
Posted
5d ago
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