Clinical Outreach Specialist - Chicagoland (Athletic Trainer)

About Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

At Genesis, we believe that everyone—regardless of insurance status or income—deserves access to high-quality orthopedic care. As we expand our impact across the Chicagoland area, we’re looking for someone who brings both clinical insight and an outgoing, mission-driven spirit to help us build relationships and grow patient access to our services.

Position Summary

This is a unique opportunity for a credentialed Athletic Trainer (ATC) to move beyond the training room and into a strategic, field-based role. As our Clinical Outreach Specialist, you’ll be the face of Genesis in the community—visiting physician offices, urgent care centers, FQHCs, and schools to build referral relationships and educate providers about our orthopedic, physical therapy, and imaging services.

You’ll use your healthcare background to establish trust and credibility, while helping referring offices connect their patients with the timely, affordable care they deserve.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person visits to primary care offices, urgent care centers, and other referral sources to promote Genesis services and build trusted relationships.
• Leverage your clinical background to effectively communicate how Genesis supports musculoskeletal care, including post-injury recovery, surgical options, and PT integration.
• Educate referring providers and their staff on referral workflows, appointment access, and clinical differentiators.
• Serve as a key point of contact for referral partners, ensuring they feel supported and aligned with Genesis’ mission.
• Track referral activity and feedback using CRM tools and internal dashboards.
• Collaborate with internal marketing and operations teams to ensure alignment on messaging and patient readiness.
• Represent Genesis at community events, school health fairs, and local provider forums.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Athletic Training
• Current ATC certification and licensure in Illinois (or eligibility)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, especially with clinical audiences
• Organized and self-motivated; able to manage a territory independently
• Comfortable working in the field and traveling within the Chicagoland region
• Passionate about improving access to care and building community relationships

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a physician clinic, physical therapy setting, or with outreach/sales is a plus
• Bilingual (especially Spanish) a plus
• Familiarity with orthopedic care pathways and musculoskeletal referrals

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
• Mileage reimbursement and technology stipend
• Full benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Opportunity to grow into leadership or territory management roles
• Join a mission-driven, fast-growing team that’s redefining access to orthopedic care

Ready to take your clinical background outside the clinic?
Join us in transforming musculoskeletal care across Chicago—one referral relationship at a time.