Athletic Trainer: Rehab & Injury Prevention Specialist

Nysurgeon; Champaign (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Job summary

Carle Health in Champaign, IL seeks a dedicated Athletic Trainer (ATC) to join our clinical team. You will evaluate, diagnose, and treat musculoskeletal injuries, develop rehabilitation programs, and educate patients on injury prevention to improve health outcomes.

Collaborating with physicians and staff, you will document patient care, stay current with evidence-based practices, and support community health initiatives through effective conditioning and prevention programs.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of biomechanics, anatomy and physiology.
• Proficient in using therapeutic modalities and exercises for rehabilitation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle emergency situations with calm and precision.
• Efficient organizational and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' health conditions through physical examinations and histories.
• Develop and implement rehabilitation programs for injury management and prevention.
• Educate patients and the community on injury prevention and health maintenance.
• Coordinate with physicians and healthcare staff to provide integrative treatment plans.
• Document patient care and progress, maintaining comprehensive medical records.
• Stay updated with advancements in the field and incorporate evidence-based practices into patient care.

Skills

Biomechanics

Anatomy

Physiology

Therapeutic modalities

Rehabilitation exercises

Communication skills

Emergency care

Documentation

Organizational skills

Education

Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)

State licensure

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Carle Health in Champaign, IL seeks a dedicated Athletic Trainer (ATC) to join our clinical team. You will evaluate, diagnose, and treat musculoskeletal injuries, develop rehabilitation programs, and educate patients on injury prevention to improve health outcomes.

Collaborating with physicians and staff, you will document patient care, stay current with evidence-based practices, and support community health initiatives through effective conditioning and prevention programs.