Athletic Trainer

At Summit Orthopedics, we recognize the significance each member of the Summit Family has as they impact one another and our patients on a daily basis. Be part of a patient-first environment that lives into our values of: Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Stewardship and Innovation and a place where staff members feel respected and find a strong sense of purpose in their roles, contributing to a familial atmosphere characterized by mutual respect and enjoyment. 

As the Athletic Trainer on our team, you’ll enrich patient's lives by using your full scope of skills to provide clinical support in the provision of quality orthopedic care and treatment of patients. You’ll work hand in hand with physicians and advanced practice providers; and work with local high school and community partnerships. 

Eligible for $5,000 sign-on bonus (amount pro-rated based on assigned FTE)

This is a full-time position primarily supporting a non-operative hand physician and team. Monday - Friday schedule of 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM (schedule subject to change based on the needs of a team/clinic.) Primary location for this role will be at our Eagan Clinic with flexibility to float to other Summit campuses as needed. Other primary site will likely include our Lakeville campus. This position may also involve coverage at Summit outreach sites, as applicable.

• Room patients, obtain patient health histories, and perform initial and secondary assessments of patients.


• Document patient information and care provided in patient’s medical record.


• Complete forms and documentation needed by patients, employers, or insurance companies.


• Assessment of post-operative wounds and provide standardized instruction in wound care.


• Provide standardized patient education instructions, verbal or written.


• Act as liaison between the patient/family and physician and as a resource to clinical staff in answering orthopedic-related questions.


• Travel to and provide coverage to any of Summit’s outreach clinical locations and/or indoor or outdoor athletic events, as assigned.


• Clean and stock patient exam rooms.

Summit's hiring range for this position is $27.47 to $34.34 per hour. The hired candidate may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, differentials and/or deferred compensation. In addition to our base salary, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package that aligns with our vision of leading a healthy and active lifestyle. This includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid time off and 401(k)/profit sharing retirement plan. If you are hired at Summit, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, experience, and internal equity.

Summit Orthopedics provides the Twin Cities, Greater Minnesota and Western Wisconsin with the full spectrum of orthopedic care including sub-specialty clinics, walk-in care at our Orthopedic Urgent Care clinics, imaging, bracing, therapy, surgery, and post-surgical stays at our Care Suites. Our expert team of physicians, surgeons, physician assistants, certified athletic trainers and therapists are part of the 1200+ employees who partner to provide quality care designed to support a healthier, more active lifestyle.

Summit Orthopedics is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations of federal, state and local governing boards and/or agencies.