Athletic Trainer

Athletic Trainer, AT – Ferrell Hospital – Eldorado, IL

We are looking for an energetic and results-driven Athletic Trainer to join our team in a multi-sport setting. You evaluate physical condition, advise, and treat amateur athletes and active individuals to maintain health and safety in sport. AT’s and new graduates are welcome to apply! This is a wonderful opportunity to expand your knowledge and experience. Come be a part of a growing organization in a progressive, supportive, and innovative team!

Full-time, part-time, and PRN opportunities available!
$5,000 Sign-on/Retention bonus available for full-time!

What will you be doing in this role?

Provide athletic training services as defined by state law to assigned facilities, schools, or events.
Participate in community activities as assigned.
Evaluate and treat athletic related injuries as directed in the practice act of the state in which the job is located.
Under the direction of the Medical Director, administers rehabilitation treatments as allowed by local and state law.
Covers home and away athletic events at contracted schools as assigned.
Renders first aid to injured athletes.
Communicate with team physicians as required and facilitates referrals as needed.
Support the musculoskeletal system through the application of braces, supports, wraps and tapes.
Treat chronic minor injuries and related disabilities to maintain athletes' performance.
May perform other duties and serve on committees as assigned.

This does not necessarily list all responsibilities, duties, requirements, or efforts associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job, the company reserves the right to review and modify the functions, duties and requirements of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as circumstances or business needs require.

Our ideal candidate would:

Have a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Athletic Training
Have the required state licensure, certification, and registration that is in good standing with the state or the ability to obtain the required state licensure
Provide a CPR/AED/BLS (basic life support) certification or have the ability to obtain it prior to start of employment; maintain and provide proof of current certification(s)
Have some advanced education, training, or certification is a bonus (neuro care, sports medicine, etc.)
Have the ability to stand, walk, and sit throughout the entire assigned shift
Have a high degree of professionalism in both written and verbal communication
Have strong computer skills, including proficiency with databases and with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Have the ability to work both independently and in a team environment, without constant supervision
Be able to maintain confidentiality

What you get from us:

Opportunity for important work/life balance!
Paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays
A robust benefits package: medical (HSA/FSA availability), dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options
Health improvement plan opportunities to lower premium costs
Company-sponsored basic life/AD&D insurance and long-term disability insurance
401(k) & ROTH 401(k) savings plans + company match with auto-enrollment after probationary period
Continuing professional development with CEU stipends available
Opportunities for growth and advancement

The salary for this position starts at: $52,000

Are you an AT who is interested in learning more about our industrial settings or wanting to find a specific career path you are passionate about? Let’s chat! Send your resume to [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]).

Eligibility to Work:

This position requires candidates to be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring current or future sponsorship for an employment visa (e.g., H-1B, OPT, etc.).

About ProgressiveHealth:

ProgressiveHealth is the premier provider of a broad spectrum of occupational and non-occupational health services including on-site medical, injury prevention, health improvement, rehabilitation management solutions, and more! We are dedicated to delivering superior care and improving both patient and client outcomes. With over 1,000 employees supporting operations across the United States and in Canada, ProgressiveHealth continues to expand the number of client partners it serves and the lives it impacts.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Education
Required
Masters or better in Athletic Training or related field
Licenses & Certifications
Required
CPR Certification
BLS Certified
ATC Athletic Trainer

Equal Opportunity Employer
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