Head Athletic Trainer | Thornton Township High School

Go4 is accepting applications for an Head Athletic Trainer position at Thornton Township through the end of the  school year with possibility of renewal for the  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.

ASAP - June 1, 2026 | approx 30 hrs per week required

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.

Harvey, IL

Starting $55/hour; commensurate with experience. Additionally offering: CEU subscription, Signing Bonus, Relocation stipend, License Renewal Reimbursement

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.

• BOC Certified Athletic Trainer | IL state licensure
• Masters Degree preferred, but not required
• Current CPR/AED certification

Contract

From $55.00 per hour- $60 per hour

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed
• One Travel Season required

Signing bonus

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

• CPR Certification (Required)
• BOC Certification (Required)

In person