Athletic Trainer (ATC)
Kessler Rehabilitation Center•Toms River, NJ
•$60,000 - $80,000•Onsite
About The Position
Kessler Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Fulltime Athletic Trainer to support a variety of athletic partners throughout South Jersey. This role offers exposure to high school, collegiate, and hockey athletics while working within one of the region's premier sports medicine networks. Partner Organizations include St. Rose High School, Georgian Court University, and NJ Titans / Garden State Gamblers.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree required
- National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) certification required
- Current Athletic Trainer state license (or eligibility for licensure) in New Jersey
- Current CPR certification required
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with athletes, coaches, physicians, therapists, and athletic department personnel
- Ability to lift patients using biomedical techniques frequently throughout the course of a work day/shift; must be capable of easily lifting fifty (50) pounds of weight alone.
- Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during a work day/shift.
- Visual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognize people, and understand written direction.
- Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions.
- Ability to push wheeled equipment throughout the facility and in the community.
- Fine motor skills adequate for scheduling and preparing athletes, equipment, and supplies for treatment.
- Ability to participate in sustained activities for many hours in duration in accordance with state labor laws.
Nice To Haves
- NJ licensed athletic trainer or upcoming new grad
Responsibilities
- Provide coverage for athletic practices, competitions, tournaments, and events.
- Assess and manage athletic injuries and illnesses.
- Administer first aid and emergency care when needed.
- Support concussion baseline testing and return-to-play programs.
- Conduct athlete screenings and injury prevention initiatives.
- Collaborate with coaches, athletic directors, physicians, and rehabilitation professionals.
- Maintain documentation and injury tracking records.
- Assist with sports medicine education and community outreach efforts.
Benefits
- Pay range: $60,000 - $80,000 based on experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
