Certified Athletic Trainer - Sports Medicine

Arnot Health; City of Elmira (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Arnot Health is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer to join their Sports Medicine team. This full-time position involves providing athletic training services, ensuring the health and safety of athletes, and requiring qualifications such as a bachelor's degree and NATA certification. Enjoy competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and a mission-driven work culture as part of a dedicated healthcare team.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for career development and continuing education

A collaborative, mission-driven work culture

Supportive leadership and clinical mentorship

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field required.
• National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) certification required.
• 1–2 years of athletic training experience preferred.
• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide prevention, assessment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
• Develop and implement treatment plans using appropriate therapeutic modalities.
• Educate athletes and families on post-injury care, concussion protocols, and return-to-play processes.

Skills

Athletic injury prevention

Emergency care

On-site evaluation

Rehabilitation

Documentation

Education on post-injury care

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field

NATA certification

CPR certification

Job description

Location: Elmira, NY

Shift: Day/Evening shift | Full-time

Empower Athletes. Elevate Care. Join Arnot Health.

Arnot Health is seeking a committed and skilled Certified Athletic Trainer to join our Sports Medicine team. In this dynamic role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the health, safety, and performance of athletes across our network. This is a full-time, day-shift position reporting directly to the Orthopedic Service Line Director.

Main Function:

As a Certified Athletic Trainer, you will provide comprehensive athletic training services in line with NATA standards, including injury prevention, emergency care, on-site evaluation, rehabilitation, and follow-up. You'll be an essential link between athletes, families, coaches, and physicians to support safe athletic participation.

Responsibilities:

• Provide prevention, assessment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.

• Offer on-site coverage for practices, games, and special events—may include evening, weekend, or travel.

• Develop and implement treatment plans using appropriate therapeutic modalities.

• Apply braces, tapes, and protective equipment as needed.

• Maintain complete and accurate documentation of injuries and treatments.

• Coordinate care and follow-up appointments with physicians and rehab staff.

• Educate athletes and families on post-injury care, concussion protocols, and return-to-play processes.

• Assist with onboarding of new athletic training contracts and data collection for program growth.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field required.

• National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) certification required.

• 1–2 years of athletic training experience preferred.

• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs independently and assist with heavier loads.

• Ability to stand for long periods, walk distances, and carry medical supplies/equipment.

• Exposure Category I: Regular contact with athletes; potential exposure to blood/body fluids.

Why Arnot Health?

At Arnot Health, we are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care and improving the health of the communities we serve. As a member of our team, you’ll benefit from:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

• Opportunities for career development and continuing education

• A collaborative, mission-driven work culture

• Supportive leadership and clinical mentorship

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Take your athletic training career to the next level—apply now to join Arnot Health and make a lasting impact on our athletic communities.

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