Athletic Trainer

Location Address: 8100 W 78th St Suite 225 Edina, MN 55439-2569 Date Posted: October 30, 2026 Department: 62742500 Orthopedic Surgery Shift: Day (United States of America) Shift Length: 8 hour shift Hours Per Week: 40 Union Contract: Non-Union-NCT Weekend Rotation: None

Job Summary

Our Athletic Trainers practice at the top of your scope and are truly valued by our providers. We are pioneers in fully leveraging Athletic Trainers (ATs) in our metro area practice. Our ATs have more responsibilities, such as doing physical examinations and some are even able to scrub into the OR.

Key Position Details

1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period) 8-hour day shift No weekends This role may include coverage at our Minneapolis, Eden Prairie, and Plymouth locations

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Athletic Trainer

Job Description

Provides and coordinates care for patients across the continuum in collaboration with orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine physicians, podiatrists and other clinical team members. Provides periodic outreach athletic training medical services to the community.

Principle Responsibilities

Provides clinical services Performs rooming and age appropriate vitals, reviews medication, allergy, and tobacco history, and documents reason for visit in accordance with established protocols. Gathers complete patient histories and conducts Reviews of Systems, including past medical, surgical, social, and family history. Performs initial patient examinations and summarizes findings and test results to the provider for review and direction. Documents accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.

Provides patient care and education before and after encounters or procedures as directed by the provider. Coordinates care activities with physicians and other clinical team members to support efficient patient flow. Assists with specimen collection, labeling, and processing. Administers therapies or treatments as directed by the provider. Follows through to resolve service problems promptly and professionally with involvement of appropriate clinic personnel. Communicates with providers and clinical team members to organize and prioritize assigned work to support patient care.

Utilization of Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and Casting/Splinting Applies and removes casts and splints according to established procedures. Provides basic patient education on cast, splint, and DME care. Fits DME and provides instruction on proper uses. Completes required documentation and billing paperwork accurately.

Provides injury prevention and coordination to student athletes Provides support and care through attendance at practices and games as outlined by Outreach or Organization contracts. Coordinates the clinical access of the injured athlete. Supervises the conditioning and/or rehabilitation of the student athlete in the Outreach setting. Acts as a member of the care team in the athletic clinic setting. Develops the plan and assist the athlete in injury rehab process. Performs effective assessment, first aid, and rehabilitation of the injured. Assesses the recovery of the injured athlete and initiate changes based on knowledge and consultation with the care team. Maintains records on students treated for injuries. Gives concise, effective information to student athletes, parents, patients and family regarding care, self-care and follow-up. Cooperation with other clinical areas and agencies focusing on patient centered care. Assists with maintaining communication and physical referrals. Maintains a safe environment for self and athlete by using equipment properly. Assesses and reports environmental risks or equipment malfunctions. Provides outreach athletic training medical services in addition to standard work week, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Athletic Training required
• OR Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training prior to 2022

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an orthopedic, sports medicine, or outpatient clinical setting

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed Athletic Trainer - MN Board of Medical Practice required if providing services in MN upon hire
• Licensed Athletic Trainer - WI Dept of Safety & Professional Services required if providing services in WI upon hire
• Certified Athletic Trainer - Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer required upon hire

Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below

• BLS certification from the American Heart Association
• BLS certification from the American Red Cross
• Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)

Physical Demands

Medium Work: Lifting weight up to 50 lbs. occasionally, up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

$27.65 to $37.90 per hour The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support
• Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer *
• Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

People at Allina Health have a career of making a difference in the lives of the millions of patients we see each year at our 90+ clinics, 12 hospitals and through a wide variety of specialty care services in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. We’re a not-for-profit organization committed to enriching your career by providing ongoing training, competitive compensation, support for work-life balance and ways to give back to the communities we serve.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere for our employees, patients, and community.

Allina Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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