Certified Athletic Trainer - Drake University

Select Medical; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus

Student debt benefit

Paid CEU program

Generous PTO

Health, vision, dental

401(k) with company match

Student loan repayment program

Career growth in sports medicine

Job summary

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a passionate Certified Athletic Trainer to support Drake University in Des Moines, IA. The role focuses on Men's Basketball with dedicated on-site responsibilities at 319 7th St, Suite 102.

The position offers full-time hours, sign-on incentives, and extensive benefits including CEU programs, PTO, medical plans, and 401(k). This is a growth-focused opportunity in a nationwide sports medicine environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required.
• NATA-BOC certification.
• CPR certification.
• Applicable state license where required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement specific therapeutic programs for injured athletes’ rehabilitation.
• Administer athletic training techniques before and during games/practices to reduce risk of injury.
• Evaluate effectiveness of training/rehabilitation techniques and document athlete response.
• Manage emergency incidents and coordinate EMS and acute care procedures.
• Seek outreach opportunities and participate in events to promote the company.

Skills

NATA-BOC Certification

CPR certification

State license

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree

Master’s degree

NATA-BOC Certification

Job description

Overview

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a passionate Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) to provide care for our studentathletes! This position will be supporting Drake University in Des Moines, IA.The primary sports assignment for this position will be Men's Basketball.

Position: Certified Athletic Trainer

Location: 319 7th St, Suite 102, Des Moines, IA 50309

Type of Employment: Full-timeSchedule: Weekdays/Weekends, Typical collegiate ATC hours

Compensation: Starting at $47,000/yr, commensurate based on years of experience

Incentives: $5,000 Sign-on Bonus, Student Debt Benefit ($200 monthly tuition assistance)

Our comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:

• Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition


• Education for Growth: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications (Free for ATCs!)


• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance


• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings


• Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection


• Ease the Burden: Our student loan repayment program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt (available in select markets)


• Specialized Care: We offer growth and specialties nationwide (sports medicine - in high school and collegiate settings, and industrial health)


• Advance your Career: Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives

Responsibilities

• Design and implement specific therapeutic programs for injured athletes’ rehabilitation


• Determine the need for and administer proper athletic training techniques before and during games/practices to decrease risk of injury (techniques can include taping, wrapping, bracing, proper hydration and minor wound care)


• Determine the effectiveness of athletic training/rehabilitative techniques and record change as indicated by athlete response within limits of specified plan of care


• Manage emergency incidents, coordinate EMS and acute care procedures including basic life support to reduce the impact on function of an injured athlete.


• Seek outreach opportunities and participate in events to promote the company (races, club teams, etc.)

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree


• National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA-BOC) Board of Certification


• CPR certification


• Applicable state license where required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree

Additional Data

Go Anywhere with Us! 1900 centers in 39 states offering internal movement

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans