Athletic Trainer

Gill St. Bernard's School, founded in 1900, is a diverse PS-12 community rooted in the values of courage, integrity, respect, compassion, and excellence. Located on a 208-acre campus in Gladstone, NJ, the school offers collegiate-like facilities and is easily accessible from Morristown, Summit, and Bridgewater.

About the role

Gill St. Bernard’s School seeks an experienced, student-centered, and collaborative Athletic Trainer to oversee all aspects of sports medicine services for the school’s interscholastic athletic program. This full-time, 12-month position reports to the Athletic Director and requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, school breaks, and occasional holidays based on athletic schedules and special events.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive athletic training services for all Middle School and Upper School athletic programs.
• Assess, treat, and manage athletic injuries and illnesses in accordance with national, state, and professional standards.
• Develop and administer injury prevention programs, including conditioning, taping, bracing, stretching, and wellness education.
• Create and oversee rehabilitation programs for injured student-athletes.
• Determine participation status and return-to-play recommendations in consultation with physicians and healthcare providers.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date confidential medical records, including injury and accident reports, treatment logs, medical clearances, pre-season physicals, and concussion baseline testing and return-to-play protocol.
• Provide athletic training coverage for home athletic contests, practices, and post-season competitions.
• Coordinate emergency medical response procedures for athletic venues and maintain emergency action plans.
• Lead concussion management protocols, including baseline testing, monitoring, return-to-learn, and return-to-play procedures.
• Educate student-athletes, families, and coaches regarding injury prevention, nutrition, hydration, recovery, and overall wellness.
• Monitor environmental conditions and implement heat illness, lightning, and other weather-related safety protocols.
• Ensure compliance with NJSIAA, state, and local health and safety requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison between student-athletes, families, physicians, school nurses, coaches, and administrators regarding sports medicine concerns.
• Coordinate referrals to physicians, specialists, and rehabilitation providers as needed.
• Manage athletic training facilities, equipment, and supplies, including budget oversight and inventory.
• Stay current with best practices through continuing education and professional development.
• Provide leadership in developing and implementing comprehensive sports medicine policies and procedures.
• Support the mission, values, and goals of Gill St. Bernard’s School and its athletic department.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s Degree preferred) in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, or related field.
• Current Athletic Trainer certification through the Board of Certification (BOC).
• Current New Jersey Athletic Trainer License or eligibility for licensure.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certification.
• Annual certification in NJSIAA Coursework requirements: First Aid, CPR, AED, Concussion, Heat Acclimatization, Implicit Bias, and Be Nice training.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of athletic training experience, preferably in a secondary school, collegiate, or sports medicine setting.
• Experience working in an independent school environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of injury prevention, rehabilitation, concussion management, and emergency care.
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with electronic medical record systems and injury-tracking software.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move through athletic facilities and outdoor venues for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, move, and carry athletic training equipment (including water coolers up to approximately 65 pounds).
• Ability to respond quickly to athletic emergencies.

Pay

Compensation range: $60,000 - $70,000. Further consideration may be given to candidates with significant experience, education, or certifications.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 403(b) plan with employer match.
• Generous PTO policy covering vacation, personal, and sick days.