Non-Physician Expert, Sports Medicine-Faculty of Kinesiology

University of Calgary • Calgary, Alberta, Canada • 1d ago

Description

The Sports Medicine in the Faculty of Kinesiology invites applications for a Non-Physician Expert. This Fixed Term Recurring Part-time position is for approximately 9 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.

This is a recurring part-time position, reporting to the Non-Physician Expert (NPE) Clinical Lead. The successful candidate is required to complete an intensive 4-month curriculum training program for the Sport Medicine Specialty clinics including the Acute Knee Injury Clinic (AKIC), Acute Sport Concussion Clinic (ASCC), Acute Sport Injury Clinic (ASIC), the Shoulder Injury Clinic (SIC) to be considered a Non-Physician Expert (NPE). This training requires attendance at all training sessions, research rounds, and scheduled orthopaedic training clinics at the University of Calgary Sport Medicine Centre. Evaluation will be performed through multiple choice question and objective structured clinical examinations.

This position communicates on a daily basis with the supervising Sport Medicine Physicians and Clinic Manager. The position includes administrative, clinical and research responsibilities.

At all times the NPE will act ethically and be strictly adherent to medical privacy acts when collecting and communicating medical information.
This position works relatively independently and seeks guidance from the NPE Clinical Lead and other staff when appropriate. Ongoing coaching and training is informal, and feedback provided by the NPE Clinical Lead assists the individual in developing further clinical, research and personal skills. This individual also provides guidance and direction for clinic volunteers and medical students.

The NPE is required to actively participate in regularly scheduled peer-review sessions with the Specialty Clinic staff and Medical Director.

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

The NPE is required to screen/triage the patients, facilitate scheduling of appointments, and take their patient history and physical exam when they come to the clinic. They are also responsible for assisting with scheduling clinics, including booking examination rooms and scheduling supervising physicians
High level of patient and practitioner satisfaction
The NPE must apply their knowledge of the defined treatment algorithms, current clinical practices and published research in providing high standard, appropriate and cost-effective care for patients
Effective and efficient primary care of acute knee injuries
The Non-Physician Expert (NPE) is the new healthcare provider, and their role is what defines the new model of delivery (i.e.: non-physician seeing the patient, under the supervision of a physician). Their success of this role as a NPE will determine whether this new healthcare provider role will be established and accepted by patients, other healthcare providers and decision-makers
Collection of data relevant to the evaluation of the Acute Knee Injury Clinic and future research funding submissions
The NPE will contribute to the clinical content of future research grants, particularly those that involve further development of the Non-Physician Expert training curriculum and future clinical applications. The NPE will also participate in the review of the budgets included with any future submissions to various funding agencies

Qualifications / Requirements:

Minimum undergraduate degree in, athletic therapy, physiotherapy, or related discipline with knowledge of musculoskeletal injuries and assessments
Successful completion of the 4-month NPE curriculum training and examinations, including multiple choice question and objective structured clinical examinations
Accurate musculoskeletal physical examination skills with a minimum of three years of experience in direct patient care and/or management of musculoskeletal injuries and concussions
Experience in research and medical systems
Effective time and project management skills
Demonstrates personal initiative and teamwork
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and web technology
Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task and attention to detail
Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills
High level of professionalism with patient and physician interactions

Application Deadline: May 5, 2025

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Technical Job Family, Phase 1.

For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Management and Staff Careers website.

About the University of Calgary

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