Athletic Trainer Certified

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Day (United States of America)

Location

Superior Street

Job Description

Job Summary:

The staff member, under the supervision of the program physician and/or the physical therapist, demonstrates an ability to perform the following functions:  prevention, assessment, treatment (including first aid) and reconditioning of injuries. The staff member will assist the sports medicine physician at sports medicine clinics at all sites within Lurie Children’s where they occur.

Job Duties:

• Functions as an effective member of the health care team by collaborating appropriately with families, physicians, other rehabilitation staff, nurses, and others within the organization.      

•  Complies with the professional code of ethics/standards, and abides by current state and federal   laws.     

• Under the supervision of the physician and/or physical therapist, demonstrates an ability to perform the following functions:  prevention, assessment, treatment (including first aid), casting, brace fitting and reconditioning of injuries.

• Independently and safely covers assigned community outreach events for the Institute for Sports Medicine at multiple sites in Chicago and suburbs.

• Performs prescribed treatments and recommendations made by the physician and/or the physical therapist. 

• Integrates into the delivery of patient care the needs of neonatal, infant, toddler, pre-school, school-age, adolescent, and adult patients in regards to their growth and development process. 

• Participates in the Knee Injury Prevention Program (KIPP) and serves as an instructor with guidance from the Sports Medicine Coordinator as needed.    

• Assists with related research activities as requested.  

• Assists the Sports Medicine Coordinator as directed in the growth and development of the Institute for Sports Medicine.

• Supervises and instructs affiliating students while providing feedback to the Rehab Service Education Coordinator.

• Other job functions as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in health related field with current NATA Board of Certification Inc. certification. 

• Current ATC License in the State of Illinois. 

• Three to five years experience in athletic training setting preferred. 

• Experience in casting orthopaedic injuries, such as fractures, preferred but not required.

• Certification in CPR from the American Heart Association by having completed the Healthcare Provider Course.

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

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Pay Range

$46,280.00-$75,670.40 Salary

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match