Licensed Athletic Trainer

Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) Location: Mount Vernon, IL Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time Setting: Outpatient Orthopedic & Sports Medicine / High School Athletics Schedule: Monday-Friday with evening athletic events Start Date: ASAP Position Overview We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) to join an established orthopedic and sports medicine practice in Mount Vernon, Illinois. This is an on-site athletic training position at a local high school, where you will work alongside an existing athletic trainer to provide comprehensive sports medicine services to student-athletes. The role includes injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and coordination of care when medical referral is needed. New graduates are welcome to apply. Key Responsibilities Provide athletic training and sports medicine coverage for student-athletes during practices and competitions.Evaluate and manage athletic injuries and illnesses.Provide injury prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and return-to-play support.Provide first aid and emergency care as needed.Coordinate medical referrals when additional evaluation or treatment is required.Develop and implement appropriate rehabilitation and treatment plans.Maintain accurate daily treatment records and injury/illness documentation.Communicate professionally with parents regarding their student-athlete's care and treatment.Maintain an organized and well-equipped athletic training room.Monitor and manage athletic training supplies and equipment.Collaborate with physicians, physical therapists, coaches, school personnel, and other healthcare professionals.Provide coverage for multiple sports, including football, basketball, soccer, baseball, softball, and tennis. Schedule Morning start time can be adjusted to accommodate evening athletic events.Evening coverage for scheduled games and competitions is required.Overtime is compensated at time-and-a-half. Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an NATABOC-accredited athletic training program preferred.Current Illinois Athletic Trainer license required or ability to obtain.Current CPR/AED certification required.Must be a licensed/certified Athletic Trainer (ATC).Strong knowledge of sports medicine, injury evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.New graduates are encouraged to apply. Patient Population The position primarily supports high school student-athletes, typically ages 15-18, across a variety of athletic programs. Benefits 401(k)401(k) matchingHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA)Flexible Spending Account (FSA)Paid Time Off (PTO)Flexible scheduleRetirement planEmployee discountRelocation assistanceSign-on bonus Why This Opportunity? Established orthopedic and sports medicine practiceLong-standing presence in the communityDedicated high school sports medicine settingOpportunity to work directly with student-athletesSupportive environment for both experienced ATCs and new graduatesFull-time and part-time opportunities available Start Date: As soon as possible.