Athletic Trainer

Athletico; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx, Dental & Vision

HSA & FSA benefits

PTO accrual from day one

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Athletico is seeking an Associate Athletic Trainer in Oak Park, IL to support medical staff, coaches, and athletes. You will review medical conditions, develop plans to meet athlete goals, and provide prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning services.

Roles involve clinical care, organization, and professional responsibility, with collaboration across multiple stakeholders. BOC certification and CAATE-accredited degree are required, along with CPR/First Aid and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree from an Accredited CAATE Program.
• BOC certification; licensed and/or registered as per state regulation.
• CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Apply protective devices, such as tape, bandages, and braces.
• Evaluate injuries and provide first aid or emergency care.
• Develop and carry out rehabilitation and prevention programs.
• Maintain accurate records and write reports on injuries and treatment.
• Coordinate with internal/external partners on progress and continuum of care.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from CAATE program

Job description

Position Overview

Full Time - Oak Park River Forest High School - Oak Park, IL

About Us

At Athletico, we believe in the power of support – because a little help can lead to extraordinary achievements. Physical therapy isn’t just about recovery ; it’s about transformation. Our team thrives on providing life‑changing care for our patients, and we know that achieving this begins with taking care of our own.

Our mission is simple yet powerful: Extraordinary people improving lives.

Position Summary

Reporting to the AT Manager, the Associate Athletic Trainer will be working alongside medical professionals, Athletic Directors, coaches, and athletes to review medical conditions of athletes and develop plans to meet athlete goals. This includes prevention, clinical evaluation and diagnosis, immediate care, treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning; organization and administration; and professional responsibility.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Apply protective or injury‑preventive devices, such as tape, bandages, and braces
• Recognize and evaluate injuries at assigned affiliate or clinic and provide first aid or emergency care to injured athletes/patients
• Develop and carry out rehabilitation programs for injured athletes and plan and implement comprehensive programs to prevent future injury and illnesses with athletes
• Perform administrative tasks, such as maintaining accurate records of injuries and writing reports on injuries and treatment programs following company documentation protocols.
• Maintain communications with internal and external partners with regards to the progress of the injured athlete as well as informing of Athletico services and locations for continuum of care.

Benefits

• Medical & Rx, Dental and Vision (eligibility begins day one of employment)
• HSA, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA
• Progyny Fertility Benefit
• Critical Illness, Accident, & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Company Paid Basic Life / AD&D
• Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse, Child)
• Company Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Buy-Up Option
• Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
• Adoption & Surrogacy Expense Reimbursement
• KinderCare Discount
• Legal & Credit Monitoring
• Student Loan Repayment Program (eligible clinicians only)
• PTO (accrual starts immediately upon hire)
• 6 Major Holidays off plus 2 floating holidays yearly
• Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy benefits as an employee
• Bereavement Time Off & Resources
• Commuter: Pre-Tax Transit & Parking
• Retirement 401(k) w/ Per-Pay Company Match
• SoFi Financial Wellness Tools & Loan Resources
• HUSK Fitness Resources & Gym Discounts
• Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Learn more by checking out our 2026 Athletico's Benefits Summary .

Qualifications

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree graduate from an Accredited CAATE Program
• Work Experience: None required
• Certification/Licensure:
  • BOC Certified
  • Licensed and/or registered in accordance with state regulation for the work location
  • CPR Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • Valid Driver’s License
• Knowledge and Technical Skills: None required

Language Skills

• Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently

Physical Demands

• Ability to fulfill activities including but not limited to remain stationary for extended periods of time (i.e. while working at a desk, standing on sidelines), stoop/kneel/crouch, travel around the location, communicate with others (verbal and written), and use fine motor skills including fine hand manipulation and
• Ability to see at close range, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Ability to lift and move up to 100 pounds including assistance with moving, lifting, and supporting athletes

Work Environment

• Work is completed in controlled indoor environments as well as outdoor with exposure to various weather elements
• Medium level of work‑stress is expected due to the exact nature of the work to minimize risk of injury to athletes as well as responsibility to respond to medical emergencies
• Some weekend and after business hours work required

Athletico provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Salaried ranges listed are for full time (40 hour) employees. Additional pay such as incentive, GAP, overtime, and stipends are subject to the rules of each program and may not be available in all locations. Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.

Minimum Salary/Wage USD $52,000.00/Yr.

Maximum Salary/Wage USD$ 55,000.00 Yr.