Athletic Trainer — Cornerstone Health, Downtown Evanston
Location: Evanston, IL (Downtown — steps from the lake and public transit)
Schedule: Full-Time
Compensation: $65,000 annually + bonus eligibility
Start Date: Immediate
About Us
Most athletic training jobs mean nights, weekends, bus rides, and sideline care. This one doesn't. You'll work Monday through Friday in a clinic, as a physician extender on a sports medicine and rehabilitation team.
You will also get paid to keep learning. We cover your CEUs, and we will put you through GRIP Approach Certification on the clinic's dime — a movement-based clinical framework our founder developed and teaches nationally
What you'll actually do
- Soft tissue and manual therapy (instrument-assisted and hands-on)
- Shockwave therapy — you'll be trained on our equipment and become a primary provider for it
- Corrective exercise and progressive loading using our GRS (Global Reset Strategy) system
- Functional movement screening and return-to-activity progressions
- Patient intakes and assessments
- Documentation and progress reporting
All athletic training services are provided under physician direction or written referral consistent with the Illinois Athletic Trainers Practice Act.
Who we are
Cornerstone Health is an integrated healthcare and performance clinic located in the heart of downtown Evanston. We help patients rebuild and restore their joints, strength, and confidence through the most advanced non-surgical care available.
Our collaborative team of chiropractors, athletic trainers, and rehab professionals thrives on learning, innovation, and patient success. We’re passionate about getting results, pushing boundaries, and doing work that matters — together.
This is not your typical clinic job. It’s a chance to train under an industry leader in regenerative and rehabilitative care, with full access to cutting-edge technology, mentorship, and growth opportunities.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for an Athletic Trainer (ATC) who’s not only clinically skilled but also naturally motivated, driven, and energizing to others.
If you find joy in rallying people around a shared mission and pushing projects across the finish line, you’ll feel right at home here.
Your Working Genius strengths likely include:
- Galvanizing: Inspiring and motivating others — both patients and teammates — to take action.
- Tenacity: Following through, getting results, and ensuring no detail is left unfinished.
Qualifications
- BOC certification and Illinois licensure (LAT), or license-eligible
- Recent graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply. We will train you.
- Genuine interest in manual therapy and movement-based rehab
- Comfort carrying a patient schedule and communicating with referring providers
- Nice to have, not required: CSCS, Graston/IASTM, DNS, McKenzie, shockwave experience
Your Role
As an Athletic Trainer at Cornerstone Health, you’ll play a key role in both patient care and the growth of our performance programs. You’ll have the freedom to lead, innovate, and develop within a supportive, high-performing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead multiple aspects of patient care under the direction of the Clinic Director.
- Deliver hands-on manual therapy, including Fascial Manipulation, Dry Needling, and Shockwave Therapy (Radial & Focused).
- Guide patients through progressive exercise rehab using GRIP, DNS, and sports performance methodologies.
- Integrate advanced tools like BFR training, kettlebell and barbell progressions, and Vald performance testing.
- Oversee patient progress — from initial exam through full discharge — ensuring measurable outcomes.
- Motivate and galvanize both patients and team members around our shared vision and standards of care.
- Build and maintain community relationships with referral sources, local teams, and schools.
- Educate patients on their treatment options — including non-insurance-based programs — with clarity and confidence.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Dynamic Team Culture: Work in a supportive, growth-oriented environment where collaboration and camaraderie are real.
- Advanced Clinical Tools: Access elite technologies including Storz Focused & Radial Shockwave, Magnetolith EMTT, SmartTools BFR, Vald Performance, and full Rogue/REP strength systems.
- Mentorship & Growth: Train alongside a leader in regenerative rehabilitation and gain unlimited learning opportunities.
- Balanced Lifestyle: Consistent hours, minimal travel, and meaningful patient relationships.
Schedule
- M-F With early departure on Fridays.
- Infrequent work commitments outside of these hours are limited to once quarterly.
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive salary
- Bonus eligibility
- QSEHRA Healthcare Reimbursement
- Retirement with matching contributions
- 10 days PTO + 5 paid holidays
- Free on-site healthcare for you and your immediate family (spouse, children)
- Free access to on-site fitness classes + discounted family memberships
- Annual CEU budget for continuing education
- Relocation assistance available for the ideal candidate
Preferred Skills
- Strong anatomy and palpation skills
- Experience in exercise-based physical rehabilitation
- Certification in any manual therapy technique
- Licensed or qualified to perform Dry Needling in Illinois
- Comfortable with patient education, networking, and program sales
Our Track Record
We’ve had the privilege of working with exceptional athletic trainers who have gone on to serve with collegiate basketball teams, professional soccer organizations, ballet companies, and elite private clinics worldwide.
This position is ideal for a clinician who wants hands-on mentorship, high-level experience, and the chance to make a lasting impact — while working with people who genuinely care about their craft and each other.
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re energized by motivating others, driving outcomes, and taking ownership of your work — we want to meet you.
Apply today with your resume and a short note about what draws you to this opportunity.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $58,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
