Athletic Trainer Fellow

Lurie Children's Hospital•Chicago, IL

30d•$46,280 - $75,670•Onsite

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.

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.
Education (BLS) - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association

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

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:
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
Various voluntary benefits: 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