Certified Athletic Trainer - Drake University

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Student debt benefit

Generous PTO

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a dedicated Certified Athletic Trainer to support Drake University in Des Moines, IA. The role centers on men’s basketball and on-site care for student-athletes, with weekdays/weekends hours and a starting salary of $47,000 per year.

We offer a robust benefits package, including a $5,000 sign-on bonus, student debt assistance, and a comprehensive CEU program to grow clinical expertise within a supportive care team.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design and implement therapeutic programs for injured athletes.
• Determine proper athletic training techniques before and during games/practices.
• Manage emergencies and coordinate EMS when needed.
• Promote outreach and participate in events to support Drake University.

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree

NATA-BOC Board of Certification

CPR certification

Job description

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-time

Schedule:

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
• 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.)

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