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Assistant Athletic Trainer - Rutgers University

  • March 16, 2026 10:27 AM
    Message # 13610069
    Anonymous

    Rutgers University is looking to fill the need of an assistant athletic trainer.

    Job Overview:

    Assist with the coordination and delivery of medical care for athletes within the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics at Rutgers University, in consultation with the Assistant Director of Athletic Training and other qualified medical personnel,

    The incumbent will assist other fulltime sports health providers with daily event coverage and care delivery as scheduled and provide the sports health department with short- and long-term leave replacement support

    Qualifications:

    Required:

    National Athletic Trainers' Association BOC certification in good standing,

    New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners Athletic Training License in good standing,

    Degree in athletic training from CAATE-accredited athletic training program

    Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record

    Experience managing multiple tasks while working proficiently under pressure

    Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with efficiency and effectiveness

    Commitment to maintain confidentiality and discretion in managing personal health information

    Ability to routinely lift equipment and supplies, up to 50 pounds, from ground and assist with ambulation of injured individuals

    Active AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Certification,

    Preferred:

    Professional experience as an Athletic Trainer working with highly motivated individuals in collegiate or other elite athletic settings

    Blood Flow Restriction training/proficiency

    Scheduling Requirements:

    May include non-traditional working hours, holidays, evenings, and weekends,

    Some travel required

    Essential Functions:

    Provide athletic training services for the University s athletic department

    Attend scheduled team practices and competitions, home and away, as scheduled

    Manage the comprehensive health-related needs of the teams and individual athletes, as assigned, through professional interaction and patient-centered approach

    Provide first aid and emergency medical care to athletes through accepted medical standards

    Develop and/or implement procedures and routines for attending to and dealing with minor day to day injuries of athletes

    Provide rehabilitative services for athletes, under the direction of team physicians and in coordination with staff physical therapist and athletic trainers

    Provide reports when requested

    Within the bounds of confidentiality and other related matters of propriety, make sure that relevant information is set forth and presented to coaches, academic support, and health service providers, as well as to athletes and their family members in a clear, concise, and cogent format

    At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

    Pay Transparency:

    Pay Range: $54,600.00 - $66,300.00 per year

    The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

    The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

    If interested please apply through the link below:

    https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/rwjbarnabashealth/#/job/124779

    If you have any questions please reach out directly to:

    Rich Campbell - Assistant Director of Athletic Training

    rcampbell@scarletknights.com


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