Athletic Trainer Fellow

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.

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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in health-related field with current NATA Board of Certification Inc. certification. Master’s Degree preferred.

• 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

Pay Range

$46,280.00-$75,670.40 Salary

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

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

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.  

 

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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