Athletic Trainer - MSK Clinic

Job Description

The Athletic Trainer reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Athletic Trainer provides direct patient care, education, and participates in appropriate committees and/or departmental process improvement initiatives. Athletic Trainers will utilize their clinical skills for initial evaluation of patient, patient education and communication, rehabilitation and reconditioning plans, and education of students, interns, and/or residents. 

Responsibilities:

• Use organizational and department resources efficiently.
• Manage work schedule efficiently, completing tasks and assignments on time.
• Contribute to opportunities and processes for continuous improvement. Participate in efforts to streamline work processes, improve and grow services we provide.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving when adapting the treatment based on specific needs of the patient. 
• Documents appropriate injury and treatment interventions in EPIC and assist’s in completing all necessary paperwork for communication as needed.
• Provide educational materials and methods appropriate to the patient's level of understanding and need.
• Create a culture of respectful communication by listening, asking for team member input, open and honest conversation, approachability, and timely acknowledgement of individual and team contributions
• Work to develop and maintain physician relationships through professional communication, shadowing, and possible surgery observation
• Aid in selection and fitting of protective equipment and durable medical equipment
• Exhibit excellent customer service and adherence to our Patients First value by responding to inquiries and complaints timely and professionally, greeting patients politely, fostering a positive environment, and displaying care, concern, cooperation and respect for patients and their families. 
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy of patients during care. 
• Perform other duties as assigned 
• Some travel required between our two other locations Old Irving Park and/or Evanston 

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Education: Master’s degree in athletic training (if graduated after July 1st, 2020); Bachelor’s degree (if graduated before July 1st, 2020)

Licensure:  Licensed Athletic Trainer in the state of Illinois (IDFPR) 

Certification: Active CPR BLS certification from American Heart Association required upon hire. 

For those in cost center 8619 and 8500: CPR BLS required within 90 days of start date

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. 

Background Check 

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.  Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. 

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure 

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.  

Benefits 

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. 

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Please refer to the Benefits Eligibility by Employment Classification to determine benefits eligibility for job postings.  

If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.  

Compensation: 26.5 to 37.1 (USD) (HOURLY)