Athletic Trainer – Orthopedic

Advocate Aurora Health

. Perform injury assessments and refer patients for necessary care .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timePlymouth • Wisconsin • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $27 - $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in injury assessment, individualized treatment planning, and effective communication with patients and medical teams. Proficient in managing diverse patient needs and maintaining accurate documentation while adhering to safety protocols.

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Athletic Training CertificationLicensed Athletic TrainerBLS CertificationBachelor's Degree in Athletic TrainingPatient Assessment and Documentation

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Hard Skills

Injury AssessmentIndividualized Treatment PlansPatient PositioningDocumentation of Progress NotesMedical Terminology CommunicationFine Manipulation SkillsPatient TriageSelf-Care InstructionProblem-Solving SkillsConflict Resolution Skills

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAbility to Work Under StressAbility to Manage Multiple TasksAdvocacy for Patients

Certifications & Qualifications

Athletic Training Certification by BOCBLS Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient CareCommunity-Service ReferralsAge-Appropriate CareHealthcare ProviderAthletic Training

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform injury assessments and refer patients for necessary care
Communicate with patients to triage, answer questions, and instruct in self-care, prevention, and treatment
Communicate with physicians and the medical team to determine the need for special tests or services
Establish and implement individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results and health goals
Monitor and evaluate outcomes and adjust treatment plans based on patient response
Recognize potential issues and advocate for patients with physicians and key professionals
Identify and address patients' physical and psychosocial comfort needs
Work with a diverse patient population and provide age-appropriate care
Complete patient after-visit summaries, written home exercise programs, patient/family teaching, community-service referrals, and equipment orders
Complete required documentation, including patient assessments, progress notes, and after-visit summaries
Perform patient positioning, transferring, and transporting duties using proper technique
Travel to satellite clinics, including the Plymouth site, as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current athletic training certification by the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC)
Currently licensed or eligible for an Athletic Trainer license issued by the state in which the teammate practices within 30 days of hire
Ability to complete American Heart Association Healthcare Provider (BLS), including CPR and AED training, within 30 days of hire
Bachelor's degree in athletic training from a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) program
Excellent communication skills
Ability to understand and communicate medical terminology
Ability to explain processes to patients in plain language and use teach-back to ensure understanding
Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist
Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. from waist to overhead
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance
Ability to work under stressful situations
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and remain well organized
Ability to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force
Ability to perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present
Ability to work a flexible schedule and in varying office and outdoor environments
Ability to travel to satellite clinics and work in varying weather and road conditions
Functional use of senses for effective communication
Ability to perform fine manipulation for dressing, stitches, staple removal, and similar tasks
Must frequently walk, assist, and lift patients as needed
Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job
Ability to wear protective apparel when exposed to electrical, chemical, blood, and bodily-fluid hazards

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Total Rewards benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual performance-based increases
Paid Time Off programs
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
Other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program