Athletic Trainer, Collegiate Setting

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute

. Promote and provide excellent patient care .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeBourbonnais • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient care, rehabilitation, and athletic injury management while maintaining compliance with HIPAA and OSHA regulations. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential for collaborating with physicians and clinical staff.

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BOC Certified Athletic TrainerIllinois Licensure as an Athletic TrainerRehabilitation Skill SetCPR/AED CertificationElectronic Medical Record Documentation

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Hard Skills

Athletic Injury ManagementRehabilitation TechniquesDME Brace FittingManual TherapySports Performance Background

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam LeadershipMulti-taskingTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical Record Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

BOC CertificationCPR/AED Certification

Industry Keywords

HIPAA ComplianceOSHA RegulationsPatient CareClinical MeetingsCommunity Outreach

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Promote and provide excellent patient care
Develop positive relationships with physician teams at IBJI
Communicate with physicians, clinical staff, coaches, and parents regarding patient conditions, plans of care, treatments, and protocols
Develop rehabilitation and treatment regimens with physician and physical therapist recommendations
Refer patients for appropriate diagnostic and follow-up procedures and track subsequent injuries
Complete daily paperwork and maintain patient documentation in the electronic medical record
Participate in IBJI-sponsored clinical meetings, mentoring, clinical educator programs, special interest groups, and community outreach
Prevent, recognize, evaluate, triage, rehabilitate, and recondition athletic injuries for patients and athletes of varying ages
Perform DME brace fitting and educate patients on proper donning and doffing
Provide medical coverage at games, practices, and/or tournaments, including weekend and evening events
Return voicemail and email messages in a timely manner
Attend continuing education seminars to keep Illinois licensure in good standing
Follow HIPAA and OSHA guidelines and regulations
Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree from a CAATE-accredited program (prior to 2022) or Master's degree in Athletic Training
BOC Certified Athletic Trainer
Hold or be eligible for Illinois Licensure as an Athletic Trainer in good standing
Recent graduates are welcome to apply
Strong rehabilitation skill set preferred
Additional manual therapy or sports performance background preferred, but not required
Experience working in a physician or physical therapy clinic preferred, but not required
CPR/AED certification required
Professional and effective written and verbal communication skills
Able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
Able to function as a team leader
Ability to lift greater than 25 pounds
Ability to work on a computer for lengthy times during the day
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods, including more than 30 minutes
Demonstrates good understanding of proper body mechanics for lifting, pulling, and pushing

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
Long- and short-term disability
401(k) program with company match and profit sharing
Wellness program
Health savings accounts
Flexible spending accounts
ID protection plan
Accident, critical illness, and hospital benefits
Paid holidays
Paid time off