Certified Athletic Trainer - Grand Valley State University

Overview NovaCare Rehabilitation and Grand Valley State University are now accepting applicants for the immediate hire of a full-time Athletic Trainer. The primary sports assignments for this position will be Women's Soccer and Women's Swim&Dive. Position: Certified Athletic Trainer Location: 11301 Commerce Drive, Suite B, Allendale, MI 49401 Type of Employment: Full-time Schedule: Weekdays/Weekends, typical collegiate ATC hours Compensation : $50,000 - $60,000, annually, based on years of experience Incentives: Up to $5,000 Sign-on Bonus and Student Debt Benefit ($200 monthly tuition assistance) Our comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being: Start Strong : Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition Education for Growth : Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications (Free for ATCs!) Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection Ease the Burden: Our student loan repayment program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt (available in select markets) Specialized Care: We offer growth and specialties nationwide (sports medicine - in high school and collegiate settings, and industrial health) Advance your Career: Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives *Employment and full-time benefits for this position will be through Select Medical - NovaCare Rehabilitation.* 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-BOC) Board of Certification CPR certification Applicable state license where required 1 year of collegiate athletic training experience Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans #J-18808-Ljbffr