ATC/OTC Clinic Lead

ATC / OTC Clinic Lead – Orthopaedic Associates of Maine

Brunswick, ME | Full-Time

Are you an experienced Athletic Trainer or Orthopedic Technologist who thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment and enjoys being a go-to resource for your team? We’re looking for a confident, collaborative ATC/OTC Clinic Lead to support high-quality orthopedic care while serving as the on-site clinical leader for one of our satellite clinic locations.

This is a unique opportunity to blend direct patient care with clinical leadership and operational coordination—without formal direct reports. You’ll be a trusted mentor, problem-solver, and partner to providers and staff, helping ensure smooth clinic flow and an exceptional patient experience.

What You’ll Do

As the Clinic Lead, you’ll play a key role in both patient care and daily clinic operations, including:

Clinical Leadership & Operations

• Serve as the on-site clinical lead, coordinating daily workflow and delegating tasks within scope of practice
• Collaborate closely with the Patient Access Manager and Clinic Manager to support efficient operations
• Assist with provider and APP scheduling and proactively address staffing or workflow challenges
• Support onboarding, training, and ongoing guidance for staff and students
• Provide feedback and input to leadership regarding staff performance and clinic operations

Direct Orthopedic Patient Care

• Room patients and obtain vital signs and measurements
• Perform casting, splinting, bracing, and DME fitting within scope
• Assist with injections, procedures, and imaging as allowed
• Support physicians during patient assessments, exams, and procedures
• Document care accurately and timely in the electronic medical record
• Assist with urgent scheduling needs, patient calls, and coordination between clinical and administrative teams

Care Coordination & Compliance

• Collaborate with surgical scheduling teams to coordinate pre-op testing, patient education, and follow-up care
• Ensure documentation, orders, and signatures are completed accurately and on time
• Support surgery reconciliations, consult documentation, and billing workflows
• Promote safety, compliance, and quality improvement initiatives

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) or Certified Orthopedic Technologist (OTC)
• Active, unrestricted license/certification as required by the State of Maine
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an orthopedic or musculoskeletal clinical setting
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred

• Previous clinic lead, senior clinical, or informal leadership experience
• Strong working knowledge of orthopedic workflows and procedures

Skills That Set You Apart

• Strong clinical competency within orthopedic scope of practice
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and customer service skills
• Ability to prioritize and adapt in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Professional, compassionate approach to patient care
• Proficiency with EMRs and standard office software
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-based culture
• Commitment to confidentiality, compliance, and organizational values

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Leadership opportunity without formal direct reports
• Meaningful mix of hands-on patient care and clinic leadership
• Collaborative team environment with supportive providers and staff
• Opportunity to mentor others and influence clinic operations
• Stable, mission-driven orthopedic practice focused on quality care

Apply today and help us deliver exceptional orthopedic care—every patient, every visit.