Certified Athletic Trainer - Maple Lake High School

NovaCare Rehabilitation; Buffalo (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 57,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and orientation programs

Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plans

Paid national certifications for ATCs

Generous PTO

Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans

Support for professional growth and clinical expertise

Job summary

NovaCare Rehabilitation is seeking a passionate Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) to provide care for athletes in Buffalo, MN. This full-time position includes duties such as injury rehabilitation, athletic training room coverage, and managing emergency situations. With a supportive school administration and a comprehensive CEU program, this role offers a great environment for professional growth and work-life harmony. Compensation ranges from $50,000 to $57,500 annually, with a sign-on bonus available.

Qualifications

• NATA BOC certification is required.
• CPR certification is necessary.
• Applicable state license may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement therapeutic programs for injured athletes.
• Administer athletic training techniques before/during games.
• Manage emergency incidents and coordinate care.

Skills

Athletic training techniques

Emergency response management

Therapeutic program design

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree

Master’s degree

Job description

NOVA CARE Rehabilitation

is seeking a passionate Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) to provide care for our athletes in Buffalo, MN. This position is a full‑time athletic training position located at Maple Lake High School and the corresponding clinic. Athletic training duties include athletic training room coverage, home game coverage for many sports, and home and away coverage of varsity football through the academic year. All home games are played on campus. School and administration are extremely supportive of athletic training services. If you are looking for a great environment with work life harmony in the traditional athletic training setting, look no farther.

Location: Buffalo, MN

Type of Employment: Full‑time

Schedule: Weekdays/Weekends, Typical HS ATC hours

Compensation: $50,000–$57,500 annually, commensurate with experience

Incentives: Sign‑on Bonus Available

Benefits

• 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
• 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 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.)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree
• National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) BOC certification
• CPR certification
• Applicable state license where required

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree