Certified Athletic Trainer

Job ID 305259
Full Time
2930 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60616

Job Description

RUSH Physical Therapy is seeking a passionate Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) to provide care for our athletes! In this role, you will service contracted schools and coordinate access to additional health care for their athletes. This position will be supporting Illinois Institute of Technology. This position is a full-time staff appointment who reports to the center manager and the area director of sports medicine for RUSH PT. 

Location: IIT
Schedule: Typical Collegiate ATC schedule 

Compensation: Starting at $48k-$55k(pending experience)

Why Join Us: 

  • Industry-wide unmatched continuing education (CEU) program with unlimited access to CEU courses, national certifications and more
  • Student Debt Benefit Program (in some regions)
  • Comprehensive health-care and 401(k) plans
  • Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews

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.)

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree
  • National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) certification
  • CPR certification
  • Applicable state license where required

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree

Additional Data

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.