Certified Athletic Trainer - Rutgers University-Camden

About the role

NovaCare Rehabilitation is seeking a passionate and dynamic athletic trainer to work with the Athletic Department of Rutgers University-Camden, supporting their Athletic Program. This is an opportunity to start in a Division III setting with an outstanding Sports Medicine Team, which includes two full-time athletic trainers, one sports physical therapist, a general medicine physician on campus, and sports medicine physicians from a local orthopedic group.

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 (e.g., taping, wrapping, bracing, proper hydration, and minor wound care).
• Determine the effectiveness of athletic training/rehabilitative techniques and record changes as indicated by athlete response within the limits of the specified plan of care.
• Manage emergency incidents, coordinate EMS, and perform acute care procedures, including basic life support, to reduce the impact on the function of an injured athlete.
• Seek outreach opportunities and participate in events to promote the company (e.g., races, club teams).

Requirements

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree.

Benefits

• Start Strong: Mentorship and orientation programs for a successful transition.
• Education for Growth: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications (free for ATCs).
• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical, prescription, health, vision, and dental plans.
• Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans, as well as life and disability protection.
• Ease the Burden: Student loan repayment program to help alleviate financial pressure (available in select markets).
• Specialized Care: Opportunities for growth and specialties nationwide (e.g., sports medicine in high school and collegiate settings, and industrial health).
• Advance Your Career: Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supporting professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives.

Pay

$55,000 - $65,000 annually, based on years of experience.

Schedule

Weekdays and weekends, typical collegiate athletic trainer hours.

Location: 1004 Haddonfield Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002