Athletic Trainer Fellow
About The Position
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. Day (United States of America) Location Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago Job Description General Summary: The Athletic Trainer Fellow position is a fellowship training position in the field of athletic training. The individual in this position is required to adhere to CAATE policies and procedures. The staff member, under the supervision of the sports medicine coordinator/program director/athletic trainer, can perform the following functions: prevention, assessment, treatment (including first aid) and recondition of injuries. The staff member will assist the sports medicine physician, and other healthcare professionals within the orthopedic department, at all Lurie Children’s locations. Essential Job Functions: Functions as an effective member of the health care team by collaborating appropriately with families, physicians, other rehabilitation staff, APPs, nurses, and others within the organization. Complies with the professional code of ethics / standards and abides by current state and federal laws. Under the supervision of the sports medicine coordinator/program director/athletic trainer, demonstrates an ability to perform the following functions: prevention, assessment, interpretation of imaging, treatment (including first aid), casting, brace fitting and rehabilitation of injuries. Independently and safely covers assigned community outreach events for the Institute of Sports Medicine at multiple sites in Chicago and suburbs. Performs prescribed treatments and recommendations made by the physician and /or other healthcare professionals. Integrates into the delivery of patient care the needs of neonatal, infant, toddler, pre-school, school-age, adolescent, and adult patients regarding their growth and development process. Participates in the Knee Injury Prevention Program (KIPP) and serves as an instructor with guidance from the Sports Medicine Coordinator as needed. Participates in related research activities. Identifies areas of growth and participates in quality improvement projects for the Institute for Sports Medicine. Supervises and instructs affiliating students while providing feedback to the physicians and healthcare professionals. Other job functions as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum of bachelor’s degree in health-related field with current NATA Board of Certification Inc. certification.
- Current ATC License in the State of Illinois.
- Proof of certification from the BOC.
- Certification in CPR from the American Heart Association by having completed the BLS AED Heartsaver Course.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s Degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Functions as an effective member of the health care team by collaborating appropriately with families, physicians, other rehabilitation staff, APPs, nurses, and others within the organization.
- Complies with the professional code of ethics / standards and abides by current state and federal laws.
- Under the supervision of the sports medicine coordinator/program director/athletic trainer, demonstrates an ability to perform the following functions: prevention, assessment, interpretation of imaging, treatment (including first aid), casting, brace fitting and rehabilitation of injuries.
- Independently and safely covers assigned community outreach events for the Institute of Sports Medicine at multiple sites in Chicago and suburbs.
- Performs prescribed treatments and recommendations made by the physician and /or other healthcare professionals.
- Integrates into the delivery of patient care the needs of neonatal, infant, toddler, pre-school, school-age, adolescent, and adult patients regarding their growth and development process.
- Participates in the Knee Injury Prevention Program (KIPP) and serves as an instructor with guidance from the Sports Medicine Coordinator as needed.
- Participates in related research activities.
- Identifies areas of growth and participates in quality improvement projects for the Institute for Sports Medicine.
- Supervises and instructs affiliating students while providing feedback to the physicians and healthcare professionals.
- Other job functions as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Employer paid group term life and disability
- Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
- 403(b) with a 5% employer match
- Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
- Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
- Tuition assistance
- Student loan servicing and support
- Adoption benefits
- Backup Childcare and Eldercare
- Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
- Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
- Discount purchasing program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
