Clinical Athletic Trainer – ATC

Advocate Aurora Health

. Perform injury assessments and refer patients for necessary care .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeAurora • Illinois • 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 care planning, and effective communication with patients and medical teams. Proficient in managing patient needs and documentation while adhering to safety and regulatory standards.

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Athletic Training CertificationLicensed Athletic TrainerBLS CertificationPatient AssessmentEffective Communication

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Hard Skills

Injury AssessmentIndividualized Care PlanningPatient DocumentationPatient PositioningFine ManipulationEquipment OperationPatient TriageTreatment Plan AdjustmentCommunity-Service ReferralsHome Exercise Program Development

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsConflict-Resolution SkillsAbility to Work Under StressAbility to Manage Multiple Tasks

Certifications & Qualifications

Athletic Training Certification by BOCBLS Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient CareMedical TerminologyGrowth and Development PrinciplesDiverse Patient PopulationProtective Apparel Compliance

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 plans of care using appropriate techniques
Communicate plans of care to everyone involved in the patient's care
Monitor and evaluate outcomes and adjust treatment plans based on patient response
Identify potential issues and advocate for patients with physicians and key professionals
Address patients' physical and psychosocial comfort needs
Work with a diverse patient population
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
Provide age-appropriate care based on growth and development principles
Work Monday through Friday during daytime hours
Travel as required by the position

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 CAATE-accredited program
No experience required
Excellent communication skills
Ability to understand and communicate medical terminology
Ability to explain processes to patients in plain language and use teach-back
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
Ability to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force
Ability to perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person
Ability to work under stressful situations
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Functional use of senses for effective communication
Ability to perform fine manipulation for dressing, stitches, and staple removal
Ability to operate necessary equipment
Ability to wear protective apparel around electrical, chemical, blood, and bodily-fluid hazards

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits eligible
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
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay based on role
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual performance-based increases
Career development programs
Well-being programs