Head Athletic Trainer | Thornton Township High School

Go4•Harvey, IL

1d•$55 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

Go4 is accepting applications for an Head Athletic Trainer position at Thornton Township through the end of the 2025-2026 school year with possibility of renewal for the 2026-2027 school year. The successful candidate will handle athletic training services, evaluation of injured athletes, rehabilitation of injured athletes, and running and managing the Athletic Training Facility. DATES: ASAP - June 1, 2026 | approx 30 hrs per week required TIMES: Approximately 1:00pm- 7:00pm M-F for practice, game, and athletic training room coverage; will vary dependent on practice/game schedule. Some weekend coverage possible as well as one travel season. LOCATION: Harvey, IL COMPENSATION: Starting $55/hour; commensurate with experience. Additionally offering: CEU subscription, Signing Bonus, Relocation stipend, License Renewal Reimbursement

Requirements

BOC Certified Athletic Trainer | IL state licensure
Current CPR/AED certification

Nice To Haves

Masters Degree preferred, but not required
Bachelor's (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Develop/maintain overall Sports Medicine program for the school, including injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, injury treatment and rehabilitation, educational programs and counseling for student-athletes;
Provide athletic training services, including attendance at scheduled team practices and home and away competitions as deemed necessary by Athletic Director/Supervisor;
In coordination with the team/supervising physician(s), review pre-participation physical examinations and coordinate medical referrals for student-athletes to determine their ability to practice and compete;
Work in conjunction with strength and conditioning, coaching, and school staff to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition and conditioning programs customized to meet individualized student-athletes needs;
Assist the Athletic Director with enforcing school policies and protocols;
Evaluate and recommend new techniques, policies, and equipment that would enhance the benefit of the existing sports medicine program;
Maintain up-to-date records and documentation, as well as track daily patient encounters using provided Athlete Sign In sheets;
Practice in accordance with education, training and the state's statutes, rules and regulations and abide by principles set forth in the NATA Code of Ethics.