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OverviewAssesses, evaluates, and treats patients of all ages in the clinical setting. Serves as a role model in the delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for providers, staff, residents, & students.Join a patient focused orthopedic team dedicated to exceptional care, rehabilitation, and recovery.Do you have a passion for helping patients return to the activities they love? We're seeking a motivated Athletic Trainer to support our orthopedic providers through high quality clinical care, patient education, and hands on support throughout the continuum of treatment.Why You'll Love Working Here! Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment-work closely with orthopedic surgeons, physician assistants, physical therapists, and medical staff.Meaningful patient impact from injury assessment through post operative recovery.Professional growth opportunities, including specialty training in orthopedics and advanced clinical skills.Modern clinical spaces, advanced technology, and a supportive leadership team that values your expertise.QualificationsEducational Requirements Education Level Field of StudyBachelor's Degree Athletic Training Or Bachelor's Degree Related FieldLicenses/CertificationsLicensed Athletic Trainer (AT) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) And Certified Athletic Trainer - Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC) And Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA) ResponsibilitiesEssential Functions Performs appropriate physical and/or development assessments.Documents evaluations and plans of care, according to department policy including goals, modifications of treatment plans and athlete's response to treatment.Evaluates and revises plan of care based on changes in patient status and the individual's response to treatment.Provides emergency care including Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.Updates knowledge of new ATC/medical practices and current literature appropriate to service and role to maintain currency of practice, expand knowledge and improve athlete care.Takes responsibility for daily schedule of clinical provision of care.Works directly with administrative and coding team to maintain appropriate documentation requirements when acting in the scribe role within the ambulatory settingAccountable to perform work list responsibilities within Athletic Trainers scope of practiceDepartment Specific Job Function Assesses patient compliance with and response to a prescribed plan of care including therapeutic outcomes. Assesses patient's learning needs regarding normal functioning, diagnosis, treatment, self-management, and access to health care resources. Delivers physical care to athlete following medical direction including monitoring of athlete response and results during care. Designs and implements plans of care. Documents evaluations and plans of care, according to department policy including goals, modifications of treatment plans and athlete's response to treatment. Evaluates and assesses referred athlete. Implements effective treatment methods to achieve treatment goals. Instructs athlete and/or family members in performance of treatment, activities, or home care. Provides athletic training services to contracted high schools, club events and or junior college as assigned.About UsFind it here.Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health.Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We've grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We're developing the next generation of