Athletic Trainer

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

*$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS*

Basic Function and Responsibility: To recognize, evaluate, screen and treat orthopedic and sport disabilities and injuries; to provide emergency medical care, and to develop or restore function through therapeutic treatments as prescribed or directed by a physician.


We are currently seeking a licensed Athletic Trainer to join our Northville interdisciplinary Sports Medicine team. This position is primarily a clinical position working with a team of physical therapists, physical therapy assistants, and other athletic trainers providing care to an orthopedic patient population. This position will support duties as assigned within our clinic and our athletic training service agreements. The athletic trainer may be responsible for daily practice and event coverage which will include late evenings and weekends as needed.

Physical Requirement : This position requires extensive standing/walking, as well as lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring of patients.


Responsibilities*

• Deliver direct patient care with a team approach in conjunction with a physician, physical therapist, athletic trainer and assistive personnel.
• Apply strapping, bandaging, or bracing designed to prevent or protect athletes against injury.
• Administer therapeutic techniques and modalities such as ultrasound, electrostimulation, hydrotherapy, cryotherapy, as well as active, passive, and assistive exercises.
• Perform preliminary evaluations, screen injuries and refer individuals to physicians.
• Assist in development of rehabilitation programs independently or with other allied health care clinicians.
• Administer first aid to injured athletes.
• Assist in development of conditioning programs.
• Assist in training/education of students who are in the athletic training fellowship/internship program.
• Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications*

• A Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training.
• Current licensure as an Athletic Trainer in the State of Michigan.
• This Classification requires Primary Source Verification.

Desired Qualifications*

• A master's degree in athletic training or related health field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• NATA BOC certification in athletic training.
• Currently holds AHA/BLS CPR certification.
• Candidates must be able to sit, stand, stoop, kneel, squat, walk and lift objects up to 100#.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

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What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day.
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings.
• Generous PTO program.
• Exposure to innovative and new state of the art technology.
• Preceptorship opportunities with AT students.
• Excellent team environment with positive work culture.
• Opportunity to advance your skills in desire specialties.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

284101

Working Title

Athletic Trainer

Job Title

Athletic Trainer

Work Location

Northville

Northville, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite


Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Um Hospital

Department

MM Northville Therapy

Posting Begin/End Date

10/09/2026 - 10/23/2026

Salary

$56,385.00 - $81,849.00

Career Interest

Patient Care Services