Athletic Trainer

Professional Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine; Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Quarterly bonus program

Employee referral program

Student loan reimbursement program

Paid summers off

Job summary

Professional Physical Therapy is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer to support a Division II athletic program. This is a full-time role collaborating with student-athletes, coaches, physicians, and Physical Therapists to deliver high-quality athletic training services.

You will perform injury prevention, assessment, treatment, first aid, and reconditioning while adhering to BOC and NATA standards. The position offers comprehensive benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• BOC certification required.
• Current state athletic training licensure required.
• CPR and/or AED certification expected.
• Bachelor’s degree in kinesiology/biomechanics or related field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments of injuries/illnesses and determine referral needs.
• Provide injury prevention, assessment, treatment, first aid and reconditioning per BOC/NATA standards.
• Serve student-athletes under physician direction or referrals.
• Perform taping, strapping, bracing, and fitting of equipment.
• Act as liaison between student-athletes and PTs.
• Communicate effectively with coaches, athletes, parents, physicians, and staff.
• Build cooperative relationships with staff, athletes, coaches, and the public.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Compassionate care

Education

Bachelor’s degree in kinesiology/biomechanics

BOC certification

Current state athletic training licensure

CPR/AED certification

Job description

Certified Athletic Trainer - Division II Athletic Program

Full-Time Athletic Training Services

Salary: $55,000-65,000

Professional Physical Therapy

Professional Physical Therapy is a leading provider of outpatient physical therapy and rehabilitation services in the Northeast and a certified Great Place to Work®. We are committed to delivering exceptional care to our patients while supporting their overall health, wellness, and performance.

Join a Team You'll Want to Stay With

At Professional Physical Therapy, we believe in supporting our clinicians and creating an environment where they can grow, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact. As a Certified Athletic Trainer, you'll work closely with student-athletes, coaches, physicians, and Physical Therapists to provide high-quality athletic training services within a Division II athletic program.

If you're looking for an opportunity to make a difference both on and off the field, you're in the right place.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Make an Impact: Provide direct athletic training services and support to Division II student-athletes.
• Work as a Team: Collaborate with coaches, physicians, Physical Therapists, student-athletes, and other members of the care team.
• Keep Growing: Build your clinical skills through hands-on experience in injury prevention, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning.
• Stay Covered: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus life insurance.
• Plan Ahead: 401(k) with company match to support your long-term goals.
• Take Care of Yourself: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), employee discounts, and paid time off (PTO).
• Get Rewarded: Quarterly bonus program and employee referral program.
• Invest in Your Future: Student loan reimbursement program.
• Enjoy Your Summer: Paid summers off!

What You'll Do

• Conduct initial assessments of athletes' injuries or illnesses to provide emergency or continued care and determine whether referral to a physician is necessary.
• Provide athletic injury prevention, assessment, treatment, first aid, and reconditioning in accordance with standards established by the Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (BOC) and National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA).
• Provide services to student-athletes under the direction of the team physician or through written referral from a physician, in accordance with applicable state athletic training practice laws and regulations.
• Perform proper taping, strapping, bracing, and fitting of athletic equipment.
• Serve as a liaison between student-athletes and Physical Therapists.
• Communicate effectively with coaches, student-athletes, parents, physicians, patients, and Company staff.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with staff, athletes, coaches, and the general public.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree with major coursework in kinesiology/biomechanics, exercise physiology, infection control, professionalism and ethics, and the prevention and care of athletic injuries.
• BOC certification required.
• Current state athletic training licensure.
• Knowledge of athletic injuries, including their prevention, recognition, assessment, treatment, and first aid.
• Current CPR and/or AED certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with student-athletes, coaches, physicians, Physical Therapists, staff, and the general public.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to student-athletes.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans