Certified Athletic Trainer - Running Program Coordinator (Oakton College)

Rush Physical Therapy; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Rush Physical Therapy seeks a Certified Athletic Trainer to serve as the Oakton College running program coordinator (CARA) and athletic training lead, providing injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for student-athletes at Oakton College.

The role also involves growing partnerships with the Chicago area running community and coordinating community running programs, sponsorships, and events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree is required.
• NATA-BOC Board of Certification is required.
• CPR certification is required.
• Applicable state license where required.
• Minimum of 2 years of athletic training experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement athletic training care for injured athletes.
• Provide on-site coverage to reduce injury risk and deliver rehabilitation.
• Coordinate ongoing outreach and events to promote the company and partnerships.
• Manage documentation of injuries and treatment progress.
• Support EMS and acute care procedures as needed.

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree

NATA-BOC Board of Certification

CPR certification

Applicable state license where required

2 Years of experience

Job description

Join our growing RUSH Physical Therapy sports medicine team in a unique hybrid role that combines hands-on athletic training with community outreach and program development. This position will spend approximately 75% of time serving as the dedicated Athletic Trainer for Oakton College, providing injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and on-site sports medicine services for student-athletes. The remaining 25% of the role will focus on coordinating and growing our partnership with the Chicago area running community, supporting community running programs, sponsorship initiatives, event coordination, and strategic relationship management. This position is ideal for an athletic trainer who enjoys both direct patient care and the opportunity to expand community-based sports medicine programs. The role includes collaboration with physicians, coaches, runners, community partners, and rehabilitation professionals while helping strengthen Select Medical's presence within the Chicagoland running community. Responsibilities include athletic training coverage, injury tracking and documentation, program coordination, relationship management, marketing support, event participation, and development of sports medicine outreach initiatives.

Position:

Certified Athletic Trainer - Running Program Coordinator (Oakton College / CARA)

Location:

826 W Touhy Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Type of Employment:

Full-time

Schedule:

Weekdays/Weekends (Typical ATC hours)

Compensation:

$55,000 - $65,000, annually, based on years of experience

Incentives:

$2,500.00 Sign-on Bonus

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

This role offers the perfect balance of hands-on athletic training and leadership development, allowing you to make an impact on both the collegiate athletic experience and the continued growth of sports medicine services throughout the community.

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
• 2 Years of experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree
• Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
• Experience working with collegiate athletics, endurance athletes, or community sports programs preferred