Athletic Trainer (ATC)- Orthopedics
Carle Health, Chicago, IL, United States
Overview
Assess, evaluate, and treat patients of all ages in the clinical setting. Serves as a role model in the delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for providers, staff, residents, and students.
Join a patient‑focused orthopedic team dedicated to exceptional care, rehabilitation, and recovery.
Do you have a passion for helping patients return to the activities they love? We’re seeking a motivated Athletic Trainer to support our orthopedic providers through high‑quality clinical care, patient education, and hands‑on support throughout the continuum of treatment.
Why You'll Love Working Here!
Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment—work closely with orthopedic surgeons, physician assistants, physical therapists, and medical staff.
Meaningful patient impact from injury assessment through post‑operative recovery.
Professional growth opportunities, including specialty training in orthopedics and advanced clinical skills.
Modern clinical spaces, advanced technology, and a supportive leadership team that values your expertise.
Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Education Level : Bachelor's Degree
Field of Study : Athletic Training or Bachelor's Degree in a Related Field
Licenses/Certifications
Licensed Athletic Trainer (AT) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Certified Athletic Trainer - Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC)
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Performs appropriate physical and/or developmental assessments.
Documents evaluations and plans of care, including goals, modifications of treatment plans, and athlete's response to treatment.
Evaluates and revises plan of care based on changes in patient status and the individual's response to treatment.
Provides emergency care including cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Updates knowledge of new ATC/medical practices and current literature appropriate to service and role to maintain currency of practice, expand knowledge and improve athlete care.
Takes responsibility for daily schedule of clinical provision of care.
Works directly with administrative and coding team to maintain appropriate documentation requirements when acting in the scribe role within the ambulatory setting.
Accountable to perform work list responsibilities within Athletic Trainers scope of practice.
Department Specific Job Function
Assesses patient compliance with and response to a prescribed plan of care including therapeutic outcomes.
Assesses patient's learning needs regarding normal functioning, diagnosis, treatment, self‑management, and access to health care resources.
Delivers physical care to athlete following medical direction including monitoring of athlete response and results during care.
Designs and implements plans of care.
Documents evaluations and plans of care, according to department policy including goals, modifications of treatment plans and athlete's response to treatment.
Evaluates and assesses referred athlete.
Implements effective treatment methods to achieve treatment goals.
Instructs athlete and/or family members in performance of treatment, activities, or home care.
Provides athletic training services to contracted high schools, club events and/or junior college as assigned.
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $22.54 per hour - $37.64 per hour. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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Assess, evaluate, and treat patients of all ages in the clinical setting. Serves as a role model in the delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for providers, staff, residents, and students.
Join a patient‑focused orthopedic team dedicated to exceptional care, rehabilitation, and recovery.
Do you have a passion for helping patients return to the activities they love? We’re seeking a motivated Athletic Trainer to support our orthopedic providers through high‑quality clinical care, patient education, and hands‑on support throughout the continuum of treatment.
Why You'll Love Working Here!
Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment—work closely with orthopedic surgeons, physician assistants, physical therapists, and medical staff.
Meaningful patient impact from injury assessment through post‑operative recovery.
Professional growth opportunities, including specialty training in orthopedics and advanced clinical skills.
Modern clinical spaces, advanced technology, and a supportive leadership team that values your expertise.
Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Education Level : Bachelor's Degree
Field of Study : Athletic Training or Bachelor's Degree in a Related Field
Licenses/Certifications
Licensed Athletic Trainer (AT) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Certified Athletic Trainer - Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC)
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Performs appropriate physical and/or developmental assessments.
Documents evaluations and plans of care, including goals, modifications of treatment plans, and athlete's response to treatment.
Evaluates and revises plan of care based on changes in patient status and the individual's response to treatment.
Provides emergency care including cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Updates knowledge of new ATC/medical practices and current literature appropriate to service and role to maintain currency of practice, expand knowledge and improve athlete care.
Takes responsibility for daily schedule of clinical provision of care.
Works directly with administrative and coding team to maintain appropriate documentation requirements when acting in the scribe role within the ambulatory setting.
Accountable to perform work list responsibilities within Athletic Trainers scope of practice.
Department Specific Job Function
Assesses patient compliance with and response to a prescribed plan of care including therapeutic outcomes.
Assesses patient's learning needs regarding normal functioning, diagnosis, treatment, self‑management, and access to health care resources.
Delivers physical care to athlete following medical direction including monitoring of athlete response and results during care.
Designs and implements plans of care.
Documents evaluations and plans of care, according to department policy including goals, modifications of treatment plans and athlete's response to treatment.
Evaluates and assesses referred athlete.
Implements effective treatment methods to achieve treatment goals.
Instructs athlete and/or family members in performance of treatment, activities, or home care.
Provides athletic training services to contracted high schools, club events and/or junior college as assigned.
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $22.54 per hour - $37.64 per hour. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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