Certified Athletic Trainer - Head Football

Select Medical; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Head Football Athletic Trainer to provide exceptional care for student athletes. This dynamic role involves coordinating health care for the football team, implementing rehabilitation programs, and managing emergency situations. Join a team that values professional growth with unmatched continuing education opportunities and comprehensive benefits. If you're passionate about sports medicine and making a difference in athletes' lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Student Debt Benefit

Comprehensive Health Care

401(k) Plans

Competitive Compensation

Unlimited Access to CEU Courses

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and NATA certification are required.
• CPR certification and applicable state license where required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement rehabilitation programs for injured athletes.
• Administer athletic training techniques to reduce injury risk.
• Manage emergency incidents and coordinate acute care procedures.

Skills

Athletic Training Techniques

Emergency Management

Rehabilitation Programs

Minor Wound Care

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Master’s Degree

Tools

CPR Certification

National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) Certification

Job description

Overview

NovaCare Rehabilitation and Youngstown State University are collaborating to deliver exceptional Sports Medicine care to the student athlete population of Youngstown State University. This is a 12-month position. The Head Football Athletic Trainer will coordinate health care for the football team including emergency management, orthopedic care, and illness management.

Student Debt Benefit Available!

Schedule: Typical Collegiate ATC hours

Compensation: $60-$70k/yr, commensurate with experience

Why Join Us:

• Industry-wide unmatched continuing education (CEU) program with unlimited access to CEU courses, national certifications, and more. Free for ATCs!
• Comprehensive health care and 401(k) plans
• Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews

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 changes 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) certification
• CPR certification
• Applicable state license where required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree

Additional Data

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.