Clinical Athletic Trainer

Illinois Bone and Joint Institute LLC•Westmont, IL

4h•$52,500 - $64,000

About The Position

IBJI is seeking a full-time Clinical Athletic Trainer to work directly alongside an interventional pain management physician. The role is part of a fast-paced orthopedic practice and serves as a clinical liaison among patients, physicians, advanced practice providers, rehabilitation professionals, and support staff to promote efficient, high-quality musculoskeletal care throughout the continuum of care. The Clinical Athletic Trainer works within the scope established by the Board of Certification, state athletic training licensure regulations, organizational policies, and physician-delegated responsibilities. The role includes patient assessment, clinical documentation, care coordination, patient education, procedural assistance, diagnostic test facilitation, and support for clinical efficiency, quality initiatives, education, and research. The position may also mentor and precept learners as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from a CAATE-accredited Athletic Training Program.
Board of Certification (BOC) Certified Athletic Trainer certification.
Current state athletic training license or eligibility for licensure.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association.
Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach throughout the workday.
Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds.
Ability to perform close visual work, including computer use, documentation, and patient assessment.
Ability to safely assist patients and handle clinical equipment as required.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, Exercise Science, or a related healthcare field.
Experience in an orthopedic, sports medicine, physician practice, collegiate, professional, or clinical athletic training setting.
Experience with electronic medical records and clinical documentation.
Experience fitting durable medical equipment and educating patients.

Responsibilities

Obtain and document comprehensive patient histories, including chief complaint, injury mechanism, medical history, medications, allergies, and functional limitations.
Perform musculoskeletal evaluations, including range-of-motion and strength testing, neurovascular assessment, palpation, functional and ligamentous evaluation, and special orthopedic testing.
Assist physicians with examinations, treatment planning, and follow-up care.
Prepare patients for office procedures and assist physicians during injections and other clinical procedures.
Provide physician-directed postoperative care, including wound assessments, dressing changes, suture removal, and patient education.
Apply, fit, and educate patients about durable medical equipment, braces, orthotics, and assistive devices.
Provide exercise instruction and rehabilitation guidance, and educate patients about injury prevention, treatment plans, surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and return-to-activity protocols.
Monitor patient progress and communicate clinical concerns to the physician team.
Coordinate care among physicians, advanced practice providers, physical therapists, imaging departments, and outside healthcare providers.
Facilitate diagnostic testing, including radiographs, MRI, CT, EMG, ultrasound, laboratory studies, and specialty referrals, under physician direction.
Manage physician clinic workflows and help optimize patient access and scheduling efficiency.
Respond to patient phone calls, portal messages, and clinical inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
Serve as a clinical resource for administrative staff, call center personnel, and interdisciplinary team members.
Maintain timely and accurate electronic medical record documentation in accordance with organizational, regulatory, and payer requirements.
Support departmental patient safety, quality improvement, compliance, and operational excellence initiatives.
Assist with developing, implementing, and revising clinical policies, procedures, and best practices.
Participate in continuing education and maintain knowledge of evidence-based orthopedic and sports medicine practices.
Contribute to educational programming, including journal clubs, case reviews, conferences, and departmental in-services.
Mentor and serve as a clinical preceptor for athletic training students, residents, and other learners as assigned.
Participate in physician-led research projects, data collection, and scholarly activities as requested.
Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, accountability, and commitment to exceptional patient service; foster collaborative relationships with clinical and administrative colleagues.
Maintain compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, state practice acts, accreditation standards, and organizational policies.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.