Athletic Trainer (ATC) - Sports Medicine

Overview Assess, evaluate, and treat athletes and/or patients of all ages in the clinical and event coverage setting. Serve as a role model in the delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students. Qualifications Education: Bachelor's Degree in Athletic Training or in a related field. Licensure/Certification: Licensed Athletic Trainer within 6 months (eligible if licensed in another state or passed the exam) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Certified Athletic Trainer – Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC). Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days – American Heart Association (AHA). Responsibilities Assess patient compliance with and response to prescribed plans of care, including therapeutic outcomes. Assess patient's learning needs regarding normal functioning, diagnosis, treatment, self‑management, and access to health‑care resources. Deliver physical care to athletes following medical direction, monitoring response and results during care. Design and implement individualized plans of care. Document evaluations and plans of care per department policy, including goals, treatment modifications, and patient responses. Evaluate and assess referred athletes. Implement effective treatment methods to achieve treatment goals. Instruct athletes and/or family members in performance of treatment, activities, or home care. Provide athletic training services to contracted high schools, club events, and/or junior colleges as assigned. Provide emergency care, including CPR. Take responsibility for daily event coverage and clinical provision of care. Understand EMR system operation for clinical patient care. Maintain and update knowledge of new AT practices and current literature to sustain and improve athlete care. 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, or basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E‑Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization. Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for this position is $22.98 per hour – $38.38 per hour. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked, and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more, visit . #J-18808-Ljbffr