Athletic Trainer

Job Description

Job Description

Hospital located near Galesburg, Illinois is seeking a full-time, permanent Athletic Trainer to join their team!

• Pay: $22.00-$34.00/hourly
  

The Athletic Trainer Job Description:

• Full-time, direct hire position
  
• Shift/schedule varies including evenings and Saturdays for game coverage
  
• Great therapy leadership and administration team!
  
• The Athletic Trainer provides athletic screenings in the schools, hospital, and outpatient facility according to the principles and practices of the National Athletic Trainers Association. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary Rehabilitation Team including physicians, physical therapists, and occupational therapists. Provides training guidelines and modification for athletes and coaches. Makes recommendations to athletes, coaches, parents, and physicians regarding an athlete's injury. Provides game coverage. Provides rehabilitation under guidance of licensed therapist. Plans, organizes, and implements specific medically prescribed cardiac/pulmonary rehabilitation programs.
  

The Athletic Trainer Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited program for athletic trainers
  
• Licensure in Illinois or eligibility for licensure is required
  
• Certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association is required
  
• Clinic and field experience is preferred
  
• Current CPR certification is required
  

The Surrounding Location:

• Near a college town in western Illinois, known for its quiet atmosphere and strong sense of community.
  
• The surrounding region features farmland, parks, and outdoor recreation, giving it a distinctly rural Midwest character.
  
• Offering a slower pace of life with a mix of academic energy and small-town charm.