Head Athletic Trainer | Sauk Valley College - Illinois

Head Athletic Trainer Position

Go4 is accepting applications for a Head Athletic Trainer position at Sauk Valley College, just outside of Chicago, IL, for the 2026-2027 school year. The successful candidate will handle athletic training services, evaluation of injured athletes, rehabilitation of injured athletes, and running and managing the Athletic Training Facility.

DATES: ASAP - May, 2027 | approx 25 hrs per week required

TIMES: Approximately 2:00pm- 7:00pm M-F for practice, game, and athletic training room coverage; will vary dependent on practice/game schedule. Some weekend coverage possible as well as one travel season.

LOCATION : Dixon, IL (near Rockford, about 1.5 hrs West of Chicago)

COMPENSATION: Starting $55/hour; commensurate with experience. Additionally offering: CEU subscription, Signing Bonus, Relocation stipend, License Renewal Reimbursement

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop/maintain overall Sports Medicine program for the school, including injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, injury treatment and rehabilitation, educational programs and counseling for student-athletes;
• Provide athletic training services, including attendance at scheduled team practices and home and away competitions as deemed necessary by Athletic Director/Supervisor;
• In coordination with the team/supervising physician(s), review pre-participation physical examinations and coordinate medical referrals for student-athletes to determine their ability to practice and compete;
• Work in conjunction with strength and conditioning, coaching, and school staff to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition and conditioning programs customized to meet individualized student-athletes needs;
• Assist the Athletic Director with enforcing school policies and protocols;
• Evaluate and recommend new techniques, policies, and equipment that would enhance the benefit of the existing sports medicine program;
• Maintain up-to-date records and documentation, as well as track daily patient encounters using provided Athlete Sign In sheets;
• Practice in accordance with education, training and the state's statutes, rules and regulations and abide by principles set forth in the NATA Code of Ethics.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BOC Certified Athletic Trainer
• Masters Degree preferred, but not required
• Current CPR/AED certification

Job Type: Contract

Pay: From $55.00 per hour- $65 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed
• One Travel Season required

Supplemental Pay:

Signing bonus

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Required)
• BOC Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person