Certified Athletic Trainer - Rutgers University-Camden - PRN
Select Medical•Cherry Hill, NJ
About The Position
NovaCare Rehabilitation is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer to provide care for athletes at contracted schools and coordinate access to additional health care for student athletes. This position supports Rutgers University-Camden. Coverage needs are matched with the trainer’s availability to create a flexible, as-needed schedule. The role is based at 1004 Haddonfield Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002, and pays $45.00–$55.00 per hour, based on years of experience.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree.
- National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATA-BOC) certification.
- CPR certification.
- Applicable state license where required.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement therapeutic programs to rehabilitate injured athletes.
- Determine and administer appropriate athletic training techniques before and during games and practices to reduce injury risk, including taping, wrapping, bracing, hydration, and minor wound care.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of athletic training and rehabilitation techniques and record changes based on athlete response within the specified plan of care.
- Manage emergency incidents and coordinate EMS and acute care procedures, including basic life support, to reduce the impact of an athlete’s injury on function.
- Seek outreach opportunities and participate in events to promote the company, such as races and club team events.
Benefits
- Free in-person and online continuing education units (CEUs).
- Access to a nationwide professional support network and career growth opportunities.
- Company matching 401(k) after 1,000 hours in a calendar year.
- Opportunity to work with a variety of team sizes, patient populations, and specialties.
