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Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois

Athletic Trainer - Crystal Lake High Schools

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois, Crystal Lake, Illinois, United States, 60012

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Overview This is a flexible full‑time position (32‑40 hours per week) at Crystal Lake Central High School. The role provides athletic training services to student‑athletes during practices and games.

Responsibilities Evaluates physical conditions and advises and treats athletes to maintain maximum physical fitness for participation in athletic competition by performing the following duties:

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Performs assessment of injury or condition and takes appropriate follow‑up steps to ensure safe and proper care

Prescribes routine, preventive and corrective exercises to strengthen muscles, increase balance and improve flexibility

Provides practice, game/event coverage for assigned area

Responds to medical emergencies and provides assessment, stabilization and first aid

Recommends athletic participation and return‑to‑sport guidelines

Completes accurate documentation of assessment and referrals

Refers athletes to physician for continued care per protocol

Performs manual techniques and utilizes taping and bracing to relieve symptoms and improve function

Collaborates with sports medicine providers, physicians and other allied health professionals

May work in a clinic setting with a physician or under the direction of a physical therapist

Education & Experience

Graduate of an accredited school of Athletic Training

Certification / Licensure

Licensed as an athletic trainer in WI, IL or both if required

CPR/BLS required within 30 days of hire

BOC certification

Maintains a valid driver’s licence and reliable transportation with proof of vehicle insurance when requested

Maintains an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth’s HR‑01‑Fleet Safety policy

Special Physical Demands

Stand – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 – 2/3 of the time

Walk – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 – 2/3 of the time

Sit – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 – 2/3 of the time

Handling/Fingering/Feeling – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 – 2/3 of the time

Reaching – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 – 2/3 of the time

Climb/Balance – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time

Stoop/Kneel/Crouch/Crawl – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 – 2/3 of the time

Talk/Hear – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 – 2/3 of the time

Taste/Smell – Not a present activity

Strength – Medium work exerting 25‑50 pounds of force occasionally or 10‑25 pounds of force frequently

Close Vision – Not a present activity

Distance Vision – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 – 2/3 of the time

Color Vision – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time

Peripheral Vision – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time

Depth Perception – Not a present activity

Ability to Adjust Focus – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time

Level Of Supervision Some independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards.

Benefits Mercyhealth offers a generous total rewards package to eligible employees including, but not limited to:

Retirement plan with competitive matching contribution, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options, life and disability coverage, access to flexible spending plans, and a variety of other discounted voluntary benefit options.

Competitive compensation with market‑competitive pay rates and shift differential and special pay incentive programs.

Generous paid time off that increases with milestone anniversaries to promote work‑life balance.

Educational assistance programs and career ladders to support professional growth within Mercyhealth.

Employee wellbeing resources, including a health risk assessment and a wellbeing mobile application.

Access to internal and external employee assistance programs, employee‑only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on‑demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education to aid retirement planning.

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