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Certified Athletic Trainer, Full-time Certified Athletic Trainer - Full-TimeHMC OffersCompetitive pay: $27.00-$30.00 per hour$2.00 per hour evening differential for hours worked after 6:00 p.m.Mileage reimbursement at the current IRS rateExcellent benefitsQuality childcare located in HopedaleHMC Wellness Center membership401(k) plan with employer matchJob PreviewThe Certified Athletic Trainer provides athletic training and sports medicine services to local student-athletes, including injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and assistance with safe return to participation. This position works closely with student-athletes, families, coaches, athletic directors, and HMC physicians to provide quality sports medicine services.The Certified Athletic Trainer may also serve as a Physician Extender in HMC clinics when needed, providing clinical support to physicians and healthcare staff within applicable scope of practice and organizational requirements.This position requires flexibility to accommodate athletic schedules and may include evenings, weekends, athletic events, practices, tournaments, and other scheduled activities.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesAthletic Training and Sports MedicineProvide athletic training services and medical coverage for local high school athletic programs.Provide coverage for games, practices, tournaments, and other athletic events as assigned.Evaluate and assess athletic injuries and illnesses and communicate findings and recommendations to appropriate individuals.Develop and implement appropriate injury prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and conditioning programs.Assist with determining and communicating return-to-participation recommendations in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals.Monitor athletes during treatment and rehabilitation and communicate progress as appropriate.Maintain accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, injuries, treatments, and rehabilitation activities.Educate student-athletes, parents/guardians, coaches, and staff regarding injury prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and health and safety.Coordinate athletic training coverage and services with athletic directors and coaching staff.Assist with outreach programs, educational presentations, coaches' clinics, and community sports medicine initiatives.Physician Extender and Clinical SupportConduct patient assessments and present findings to physicians when serving as a Physician Extender in HMC clinics.Assist physicians and clinical staff with patient care and treatment as directed and within applicable scope of practice.Assist with patient education, documentation, and other clinical activities as assigned.Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, clinical staff, patients, and families.Work collaboratively with members of the healthcare team to support quality patient care.Professional ResponsibilitiesMaintain accurate and timely patient and athletic training records.Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.Maintain compliance with HMC policies, professional standards, and applicable federal and state regulations.Participate in required meetings, training, continuing education, and professional development activities.Maintain current knowledge of athletic training and sports medicine practices.Participate in professional athletic training organizations and continuing education activities as appropriate.Demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, dependability, and flexibility.Perform other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree or entry-level Master's degree in Athletic Training from an accredited program.Current Board of Certification (BOC) certification.Current Illinois Athletic Trainer license or eligibility for Illinois licensure.Current CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain certification upon hire.Strong clinical knowledge, assessment, and decision-making skills.Excellent communication and interperson