Certified Athletic Trainer - Rutgers University-Camden

Select Medical • Cherry Hill, NJ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

NovaCare Rehabilitation is looking for a passionate and dynamic athletic trainer to work with the Athletic Department of Rutgers University-Camden to support their Athletic Program. This is a great opportunity to start in the D-III setting with an outstanding Sports Medicine Team made up of (2) Full-Time Athletic Trainers, (1) Sports Physical Therapist a General Medicine Physician on campus and Sports Medicine Physicians with a local Orthopedic Group to provide you the resources you will need to be successful.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree
• National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA-BOC) Board of Certification
• CPR certification
• Applicable state license where required

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree

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.)

Benefits

• Mentorship and orientation programs
• Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications (Free for ATCs!)
• Generous PTO
• Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
• Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans
• Life and disability protection
• Student loan repayment program (available in select markets)
• Growth and specialties nationwide (sports medicine - in high school and collegiate settings, and industrial health)
• Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level