Athletic Trainer

RWJBarnabas Health; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 64,543 - 80,679; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off including Vacation

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Retirement Plans

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an Athletic Trainer in New Brunswick, NJ. This role involves coordinating daily healthcare delivery for student-athletes in the Football program, ensuring evidence-based care and supporting coaches and physicians.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in athletic training, relevant certifications, and experience in fast-paced environments. Benefits include competitive packages such as medical insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in athletic training from a CAATE-accredited program.
• New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners Athletic Training License in good standing or eligible.
• Active AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide athletic training services for the Rutgers University athletic department.
• Attend scheduled team practices and competitions.
• Manage health-related needs of teams and individual athletes.

Skills

Experience managing multiple tasks under pressure

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Commitment to confidentiality in health information

Education

Master's degree in athletic training

New Jersey Athletic Training License

National Athletic Trainers' Association BOC certification

Tools

Blood Flow Restriction training proficiency

Job description

Athletic Trainer

Req #: 0000251898

Category: Athletic Trainers

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: RWJ New Brunswick

Department: Rutgers Athletic Department

Pay Range: $64,543.00 - $80,679.00 per year

Location: One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Job Overview

The Athletic Trainer provides daily coordination of the Athletic Department's healthcare delivery system with a primary focus on student-athletes competing in the Football program. Operating within a comprehensive, interdisciplinary medical team, this role is responsible for ensuring the highest standard of evidence‑based care encompassing proactive risk reduction, clinical management, and administrative excellence. Working under the direction of the Assistant Director of Athletic Training for Football and the Head Football Athletic Trainer, you will serve as a vital medical resource for athletes, coaches, and physicians alike.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master's degree in athletic training from a CAATE‑accredited athletic training program or equivalent professional degree
• New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners Athletic Training License in good standing (or eligible)
• National Athletic Trainers' Association BOC certification in good standing
• Active AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Certification
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• Experience managing multiple tasks while working proficiently under pressure
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with efficiency and effectiveness
• Commitment to maintain confidentiality and discretion in managing personal health information

Preferred:

• Professional experience as an Athletic Trainer working with highly motivated individuals in collegiate or professional football settings
• Blood Flow Restriction training/proficiency

Scheduling Requirements

• Full-Time
• Includes non‑traditional working hours, holidays, evenings, and weekends
• Travel required during specific periods based on competition schedules

Essential Functions

• Provide athletic training services for the Rutgers University athletic department with a primary focus on the student‑athletes competing in the Football program.
• Attend scheduled team practices and competitions, home and away, as scheduled.
• Manage the comprehensive health‑related needs of the teams and individual athletes through a professional interaction and patient‑centered approach.
• Provide first aid and emergency medical care to athletes through accepted medical standards.
• Develop and/or implement procedures and routines for attending to and dealing with minor day‑to‑day injuries of athletes.
• Provide rehabilitative services for athletes under the direction of team physicians and in coordination with staff physical therapists and athletic trainers.
• Ensure that relevant information is set forth and presented to coaches, academic support, health service providers, athletes, and family members in a clear, concise, and cogent format, within the bounds of confidentiality and related principles.
• Provide administrative reports when requested and complete other duties as assigned.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market‑competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• …and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.