Certified Athletic Trainer – Full-Time

About Hopedale Medical Complex

For more than 70 years, Hopedale Medical Complex has provided exceptional, patient-centered healthcare close to home. We are an independent, nonprofit Critical Access Hospital rooted in a small-town community—but the scope of care we provide is anything but small.

What makes HMC special is the relationship between our patients, physicians, and care teams. Many of our physicians provide both primary care and general surgical services, creating a continuity of care and personal connection that is increasingly rare in healthcare. Our patients are our neighbors, friends, and families, and many have trusted HMC with their care for generations.

From our 25-bed hospital, 24-hour Emergency Department, ICU, and four operating rooms to primary and specialty care, advanced surgical services, diagnostic imaging, rehabilitation, long-term care, senior living, and wellness services, HMC provides the capabilities of a larger health system with the personal connection of community healthcare.

At HMC, healthcare is personal—and every member of our team plays a part in keeping exceptional care close to home.

Join Our Team as a Full-Time Certified Athletic Trainer

Hopedale Medical Complex is seeking a dedicated and experienced Certified Athletic Trainer to provide athletic training services to local student-athletes while supporting injury prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and safe return to participation.

This position will work closely with student-athletes, families, coaches, athletic directors, and HMC physicians to provide high-quality sports medicine services. The Athletic Trainer will also serve as a Physician Extender in HMC clinics when needed, providing an opportunity to expand clinical skills and work collaboratively with our medical team.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay: $27–$30 per hour
• $2 per hour evening differential for hours worked after 6 p.m.
• Mileage reimbursement at the current IRS rate
• Excellent benefits
• HMC Wellness Center membership
• 401(k) plan with employer match

What You'll Do

• Provide 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 communicate findings and recommendations to physicians, coaches, athletic directors, athletes, and families.
• Develop and implement appropriate injury prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and conditioning programs.
• Assist with determining and communicating appropriate return-to-play recommendations in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Monitor athletes during recovery and ensure adherence to established treatment and rehabilitation plans.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, treatments, injuries, 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.
• Conduct 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 the scope of practice.
• Participate in professional development and maintain current knowledge of athletic training and sports medicine practices.
• Participate in professional athletic training organizations and continuing education activities as appropriate.
• Maintain compliance with HMC policies, HIPAA requirements, professional standards, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Strong clinical knowledge and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with student-athletes, families, coaches, physicians, and healthcare professionals.
• Ability to provide age-appropriate and individualized care.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Professionalism, sound judgment, and respect for patient confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently while functioning effectively as part of a healthcare team.
• Current CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain certification upon hire.

Education & Licensure

• Bachelor'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.

Work Schedule

This position requires flexibility to accommodate athletic schedules and may include evenings, weekends, home athletic events, practices, tournaments, and other scheduled activities.

Why HMC?

At Hopedale Medical Complex, our Athletic Trainers are an important part of our commitment to keeping local student-athletes healthy, active, and safely participating in the sports they love.

You'll have the opportunity to build relationships within the community while working alongside experienced physicians and healthcare professionals in both athletic and clinical settings.

If you're looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of student-athletes while growing your career in community healthcare, we'd love to hear from you.

Hopedale Medical Complex is an Equal Opportunity Employer.