Athletic Trainer, Full Time

Athletic Trainer

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions. By joining our team, you'll be part of our life-changing mission and vision. You'll contribute to an innovative, multifaceted culture that is second to none one that embraces collaboration, excellence, discovery and compassion. You'll play a role in something that's never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes as we Advance Human Ability, together.

Job Description Summary

The Athletic Trainer will assist physicians and provide education and training to patients. The Athletic Trainer will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute. The Athletic Trainer will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.

Job Description

The Athletic Trainer will:

• Liaison between patient, physician or physician office staff.
• Room patients and document vitals and other required data.
• Document patient histories and initial evaluations.
• Design and educate patients on home exercise protocols per the physician's request.
• Setup and educate patients of in-office procedures.
• Prepares for and assists physician with in-office procedures.
• Fits patients with braces and crutches.
• Triage patient messages, phone calls and questions, resolving issues within the scope of practice or utilizing physician, nurse triage and other ancillary staff as needed.
• Maintain clinic flow between areas of the clinic.
• Counsel patients regarding diagnosis, treatment options, and outcomes
• Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.

Reporting Relationships

• Reports directly to Clinic Practice Manager.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Bachelor's degree in athletic training from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).
• National certification by completing the Board of Certification, Inc. (BOC) examination.
• Possess an Illinois athletic training licensure, certification, or registration. NPI number required.
• Two years of related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of a large range of medical problems. Assessment and evaluation skills and the ability of working with other healthcare professionals.
• Attention to detail in order to take notes on patient recovery.
• Interpersonal Skills, keeping a calm demeanor when talking to patients, medical professionals, staff and families.
• Strong oral communication skills.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and perform multiple tasks with little or no supervision.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Pay and Benefits:

Pay Range:

$25.15 - $43.03

Benefits:

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations:

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristics protected by law.