Athletic Trainer

Athletic Trainer Req #: 0000251898 Category: Athletic Trainers Status: Full-Time Shift: Day Facility: RWJ New Brunswick Department: Rutgers Athletic Department Pay Range: $64,543.00 - $80,679.00 per year Location: One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 Job Overview The Athletic Trainer provides daily coordination of the Athletic Department's healthcare delivery system with a primary focus on student-athletes competing in the Football program. Operating within a comprehensive, interdisciplinary medical team, this role is responsible for ensuring the highest standard of evidence‑based care encompassing proactive risk reduction, clinical management, and administrative excellence. Working under the direction of the Assistant Director of Athletic Training for Football and the Head Football Athletic Trainer, you will serve as a vital medical resource for athletes, coaches, and physicians alike. Qualifications Required: Master's degree in athletic training from a CAATE‑accredited athletic training program or equivalent professional degree New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners Athletic Training License in good standing (or eligible) National Athletic Trainers' Association BOC certification in good standing Active AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Certification Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record Experience managing multiple tasks while working proficiently under pressure Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with efficiency and effectiveness Commitment to maintain confidentiality and discretion in managing personal health information Preferred: Professional experience as an Athletic Trainer working with highly motivated individuals in collegiate or professional football settings Blood Flow Restriction training/proficiency Scheduling Requirements Full-Time Includes non‑traditional working hours, holidays, evenings, and weekends Travel required during specific periods based on competition schedules Essential Functions Provide athletic training services for the Rutgers University athletic department with a primary focus on the student‑athletes competing in the Football program. Attend scheduled team practices and competitions, home and away, as scheduled. Manage the comprehensive health‑related needs of the teams and individual athletes through a professional interaction and patient‑centered approach. Provide first aid and emergency medical care to athletes through accepted medical standards. Develop and/or implement procedures and routines for attending to and dealing with minor day‑to‑day injuries of athletes. Provide rehabilitative services for athletes under the direction of team physicians and in coordination with staff physical therapists and athletic trainers. Ensure that relevant information is set forth and presented to coaches, academic support, health service providers, athletes, and family members in a clear, concise, and cogent format, within the bounds of confidentiality and related principles. Provide administrative reports when requested and complete other duties as assigned. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Benefits At RWJBarnabas Health, our market‑competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to: Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time Retirement Plans Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Disability and Life Insurance Paid Parental Leave Tuition Reimbursement Student Loan Planning Support Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Community and Volunteer Opportunities Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon …and more! RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr