Athletic Trainer - Crystal Lake High Schools

Athletic Trainer - Crystal Lake High Schools

Apply for the Athletic Trainer - Crystal Lake High Schools role at Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois
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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.

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

• 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

• Graduate of an accredited school of Athletic Training

• 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

• 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

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

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.