Certified Athletic Trainer - Sports Medicine Coordinator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship & orientation

CEU programs + free national certs

PTO

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) company match

Student loan repayment

Growth and specialty programs

Clinical advancement bonuses

Job summary

Rush Physical Therapy in the Chicago area seeks a Certified Athletic Trainer to serve Oakton College and grow local sports medicine programs. The hybrid role blends athletic training coverage with leadership and program development, offering hands-on care and strategic growth opportunities.

You’ll provide injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, return-to-play management, plus coordinate outreach, partnerships, and marketing efforts to expand services across Chicagoland.

Qualifications

• NATA-BOC certification required.
• CPR certification required.
• Applicable state license required.
• Minimum 2 years of athletic training experience required.

Responsibilities

• 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 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 stakeholders to enhance athlete health and performance.

Skills

NATA-BOC Certification

CPR Certification

State License

2 Years of Experience

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree

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:

$10,00.00 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.

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