Athletic Trainer - Milwaukee Public Schools - Full-Time

CHS Children's Hospital and Health System, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Continuing education courses

Mentorship from physicians

Job summary

Children’s Wisconsin, Milwaukee, seeks an Athletic Trainer to support pediatric and adolescent patients in clinic and school-based settings within the Orthopedic Service Line.

You will cover medical events, evaluate patients, and develop individualized care plans while coordinating with physicians and teams to educate patients and families for the 6th–12th graders at University School of Milwaukee.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training required; master’s degree preferred.
• BOC Certification for Athletic Trainers required.
• State of Wisconsin Athletic Training License (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire) required.
• Experience or interest in working with pediatric or adolescent patients preferred.
• Current CPR certification (BLS for Healthcare Providers) required.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse patient population and contribute to a culturally competent environment.

Responsibilities

• Support pediatric and adolescent patients in clinic and school-based settings within the Orthopedic Service Line.
• Provide medical event coverage, patient evaluation, and develop individualized care plans.
• Coordinate care with physicians and multidisciplinary teams; educate patients and families with attending providers.

Skills

BOC Certification

CPR Certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training

Master’s degree in Athletic Training

Job description

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day. Please follow this link for a closer look at what it’s like to work at Children’s Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/

Full Benefits| Collaborative & Growth-Focused Environment The Athletic Trainer plays a key role within the Orthopedic Service Line, working closely with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams to support pediatric and adolescent patients in clinic and the school-based community outreach settings. This role specifically focuses on medical event coverage, patient evaluation, development and communication of individualized care plans, care coordination with other healthcare providers and disciplines, and delivery of patient and family education in collaboration with our attending providers for the 6th - 12th graders at University School of Milwaukee. The Athletic Trainer practices within the Board of Certification domains—prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation—while applying experiential knowledge and evidence‑based guidelines to ensure high‑quality, patient‑centered care.

Why Join Us:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off.
• Free internal continuing education courses, and dedicated funding to support approved external continuing education.
• Dynamic, collaborative work environment with supportive clinical teams.
• Strong commitment to employee health and work‑life balance.
• Mentorship from physicians and other established athletic trainers.
• Professional development and advancement opportunities within a leading pediatric health system.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training required; master’s degree preferred.
• Board of Certification (BOC) for Athletic Trainers required.
• State of Wisconsin Athletic Training License (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire) required.
• Experience or interest in working with pediatric or adolescent patients preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse patient population and contribute to a culturally competent environment.
• Current CPR certification (BLS for Healthcare Providers) through American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.

Our Commitment to Equity:

Children’s Wisconsin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace where every employee is treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications/Licenses:

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council
• License Athletic Trainer (39) - State of Wisconsin
• Dedicated solely to the health and well‑being of children

Children's Wisconsin is the region's only independent healthcare system dedicated solely to the health and well‑being of children. In Milwaukee and throughout the state, we provide kids and their families a wide range of care and support - everything from routine care for ear aches or sore throats to life saving advances and treatment options. Our academic partner, The Medical College of Wisconsin, brings many of the nation's most well‑respected doctors to our team. Together we work to ensure that every child and family we serve receives nothing but the best. Learn more about our affiliation with the Medical College of Wisconsin and the power of academic medicine.