Athletic Trainer

Allina Health; New Ulm (MN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Support Benefits

Job summary

Allina Health in New Ulm, MN is seeking an Athletic Trainer in our orthopedic clinic to provide care across the continuum in collaboration with surgeons and sports medicine physicians.

The role includes outreach athletic training services, clinical duties in the orthopedic department, and potential game coverage, with a 0.9 FTE schedule and daytime hours.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Athletic Training required OR Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training prior to 2022.
• Basic proficiency in electronic medical record documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical athletic training services in orthopedic setting.
• Perform rooming, vitals, and history documentation per protocol.
• Conduct initial examinations and summarize findings for provider review.
• Coordinate care with physicians and other clinicians to support patient flow.
• Assist with DME, casting/splinting, and patient education.

Skills

EMR documentation

Education

Master’s degree in Athletic Training

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training (before 2022)

Job description

Location Address:

1324 5th St NNew Ulm, MN 56073-1514

Date Posted:

October 16, 2026

Department:

65002500 Orthopedics

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

36

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

None

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

• 0.9 FTE (72 hours per two-week pay period)
• 8-hour day shift (7:30-4:30 or 8:00-5:00pm)
• Athletic Trainer position in our clinic orthopedic department
• Clinic position but opportunities available to assist with games
• Varying day off based on clinic need
• No nights, weekends, or holidays

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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
• Basic proficiency in electronic medical record documentation

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

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 also 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. This includes well‑being dollars, dedicated well‑being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your 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.