Certified Athletic Trainer - Sports Medicine Coordinator

Rush Physical Therapy; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Mentorship & Orientation

CEU program with paid national certs (

Job summary

Rush Physical Therapy's sports medicine team offers a hybrid role combining collegiate athletic training coverage with leadership and program development in the Chicagoland area.

About 75% of time is spent as the Athletic Trainer for Oakton College, providing injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, return-to-play and sideline coverage for student-athletes, with the remaining 25% focused on coordination, community outreach, and partnerships to grow sports medicine services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• NATA-BOC certification required.
• CPR certification required.
• Applicable state license where required.
• 2 years of experience required.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide athletic training services for Oakton College student-athletes.
• Manage injury evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation and documentation.
• Deliver event and practice coverage for athletic programs.
• Support development and coordination of outreach programs and partnerships.
• Assist with community events and marketing initiatives.
• Collaborate with physicians, coaches and rehabilitation professionals to enhance athlete health.

Skills

Athletic trainer experience

Event coverage

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree

NATA-BOC Certification

CPR certification

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Join our RUSH Physical Therapy sports medicine team in a dynamic hybrid role that combines collegiate athletic training coverage with leadership and program development responsibilities. This position will dedicate approximately 75% of time serving as the Athletic Trainer for Oakton College, providing injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, return-to-play management, and sideline coverage for student-athletes. The remaining 25% of time will focus on Sports Medicine Coordinator responsibilities, supporting the implementation and growth of local sports medicine programs, community outreach initiatives, school partnerships, special events, and strategic relationship development within the market. The Sports Medicine Coordinator role includes helping to develop and maintain community partnerships, coordinating outreach activities, supporting athletic training personnel, fostering relationships with physicians and referral sources, assisting with marketing initiatives, and identifying opportunities to expand sports medicine services. This unique position is ideal for an athletic trainer who is passionate about direct athlete care while also seeking leadership experience and the opportunity to influence the growth of sports medicine programs in the Chicagoland area.

Position

Certified Athletic Trainer - Sports Medicine Coordinator

Location

826 W Touhy Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Type of Employment

Full-time

Schedule

Weekdays/Weekends (Typical ATC hours)

Compensation

$65,000 - $75,000, 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

What You'll Do

• Provide comprehensive athletic training services for Oakton College student-athletes.
• Manage injury evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and documentation.
• Deliver event and practice coverage for athletic programs.
• Support the development and coordination of sports medicine outreach programs and partnerships.
• Assist with community events, school relationships, and sports medicine marketing initiatives.
• Collaborate with physicians, coaches, rehabilitation professionals, and community stakeholders to enhance athlete health and performance.

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