Certified Athletic Trainer - PRN

NovaCare Rehabilitation; Benton (IL); On-site; USD 34,095 - 48,560; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free in‑person and online CEUs

Access to professional support network

401(k) company matching

Diversity in team and patient populations

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer to provide care for athletes at Benton High School. Responsibilities include designing rehabilitation programs, administering training techniques, and managing emergency incidents. Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science degree and required certifications. Opportunities for continuing education and career growth are provided. Competitive compensation at $30.00 per hour with flexible scheduling for evening event coverage from Monday to Saturday.

Qualifications

• Valid National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA-BOC) Board of Certification required.
• CPR certification is necessary.
• State license applicable where required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement rehabilitation programs for athletes.
• Administer athletic training techniques to reduce injury risk.
• Manage emergency incidents and coordinate proper care.
• Promote the company through participation in events.

Skills

Therapeutic programs design

Emergency incident management

Athletic training techniques

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Certified Athletic Trainer

NovaCare Rehabilitation is seeking a passionate Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) to provide care for our athletes. In this role, you will service contracted schools and/or professional teams and coordinate access to additional health care for their athletes. This position will support Monday‑Saturday evening event coverage at Benton High School in Benton, IL.

Position Overview

Location: Benton, IL
Type of Employment: Per Diem/PRN
Schedule: Monday‑Saturday evening event coverage, hours vary as needed
Compensation: $30.00 per hour

Key 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.)

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

Perks

• Continuing Education: Free in‑person and online CEUs to keep learning
• Career Growth: Access to a nationwide, professional support network
• 401(k): Company matching 401(k) after 1,000 hours in a calendar year
• Diversity: Work with a variety of team sizes, patient populations, and specialties