Certified Athletic Trainer - PRN

Overview

RUSH Physical Therapy is seeking a passionate Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) to provide care for our student athletes. This role services contracted schools and coordinates access to additional health care for their athletes. This position supports Purdue University Northwest on a PRN basis in Hammond, IN.

Position: Certified Athletic Trainer
Location: Hammond, IN
Type of Employment: Per Diem/PRN
Schedule: Hours vary as needed
Compensation: $30/hr

• Provide care for student athletes and coordinate access to additional health care for contracted schools.
• 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.).

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

• Master’s degree