Athletic Trainer

New Rochelle, NY, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $70,000.00 - $80,000.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Professional development opportunities

On-site housing rental option

Job Description

Burke Rehabilitation Hospital, located in White Plains, New York, is a prominent healthcare institution dedicated to providing comprehensive rehabilitation services. The hospital is well-regarded for its commitment to patient-centered care, innovative therapies, and collaborative medical practices. Burke Rehabilitation Hospital operates with a strong emphasis on advancing physical medicine and rehabilitation, supporting individuals recovering from injury or managing chronic conditions. As part of its broad range of services, the hospital includes a specialized sports medicine division that focuses on addressing the unique needs of athletes at various levels. This established healthcare provider fosters an inclusive, respectful workplace environment and promotes continuous learning, aiming to uphold high standards across all facets of care and administration.

The role of the High School Athletic Trainer at Burke Rehabilitation Hospital integrates specialized sports medicine expertise directly with the high school athletic community in the area. This position involves providing vital services to local high school student-athletes, supporting their physical health and athletic performance through proactive injury management and rehabilitation. As an athletic trainer, the individual will operate under the supervision of the high school medical director and collaborate closely with the expert team at Burke Sports Medicine. The role is primarily day-shift based, with variable hours and schedules that accommodate the fluctuating times of athletic events. The athletic trainer is responsible for all aspects of athlete care, including injury prevention, emergency care during sports events, rehabilitation planning, and ongoing health education. This position offers a competitive annual salary range of $70,000 to $80,000 and includes access to on-site housing subject to availability.

This job demands a dynamic and dedicated professional skilled in clinical evaluation, emergency response, and rehabilitation program design, with a compassionate approach toward promoting athlete wellness. Working hours vary depending on the sports calendar, with expectations to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays as dictated by athletic schedules. The athletic trainer will be responsible for ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations such as HIPAA, managing confidential health information with integrity, and maintaining accurate and timely records. The role emphasizes communication across multiple stakeholders—physicians, coaches, athletes, parents, and school staff—to foster a holistic, safe, and supportive environment for student-athlete health. This position also supports general health education initiatives within the school system and contributes to the broader mission of Burke Rehabilitation Hospital in rehabilitation and sports medicine excellence.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in athletic training or related field
board certification as an Athletic Trainer
current BLS certification
minimum of 1 year experience in athletic training, preferably in a school or sports medicine setting
ability to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays as required
valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
capacity to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations
physical ability to perform duties including walking, standing, lifting, and handling emergency situations
flexible schedule to accommodate athletic event demands

Job Qualifications

Graduate of an athletic training education program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE)
self-motivated and directed with regard to increasing level of understanding and knowledge
effective oral and written professional communication skills
ability to demonstrate ethical and professional behaviors at all times
maintain patient confidentiality and privacy
physical and manual dexterity required, as well as visual and auditory acuity
frequent walking, standing, and lifting
will involve travel to schools within the local area
board certification as an Athletic Trainer required
must be flexible to accommodate the high school athletic team schedule, including nights and weekends

Job Duties

Assist with pre-participation physical exams and athlete clearance in collaboration with team physicians and the school nurse
develop and implement injury prevention programs
evaluate athletic injuries and collaborate with team physicians on diagnosis and treatment
create emergency action plans for each athletic field/site and collaborate with team physicians and local EMS as appropriate
ensure availability of necessary emergency medical equipment
provide first aid and emergency care when needed at practices, games, and school athletic events
attend and provide services and support at practices, games, and school athletic events as appropriate
maintain BLS certification
design, implement, and oversee rehabilitation programs for injured athletes in collaboration with the medical and therapy team
monitor student-athlete recovery and determine readiness for return to learn and return to play, as appropriate, in collaboration with the medical team
coordinate care and HIPAA-compliant exchange of information between healthcare providers as appropriate
serve as a liaison between physicians, coaches, athletes, parents, and school staff regarding student-athlete health status, ensuring compliance with HIPAA as appropriate
maintain timely, accurate, and confidential records of all student-athlete injuries, treatments, and progress reports
maintain appropriate consent forms for physician and athletic trainer treatment of student-athletes
maintain inventory of athletic training supplies and equipment and request replacements as needed
ensure compliance with local, state, and national regulations
develop and update standard operating procedures for student-athlete sports medicine services
educate student-athletes on topics such as nutrition, hydration, injury prevention, and sportsmanship
educate coaching staff and school administrators on injury and concussion awareness and emergency procedures
promote a culture of safety, health, and wellness throughout the school athletics program
support student health education initiatives where appropriate and as mutually agreed
work evenings, weekends, and some holidays based on athletic events and seasons
provide support to the Burke Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine Outpatient Physician Practice as needed and as mutually agreed
practice standard precautions and follow regulations, policies, and guidelines on the prevention of infections
maintain confidentiality of information and abide by HIPAA regulations
maintain a professional image and follow the hospital's policy on uniforms
demonstrate reliable, on-time attendance, which is an essential function of all jobs at Burke
complete mandatory annual learning within the required deadline
personally adhere to the Burke C.A.R.E.S. philosophy by demonstrating compassion, accountability, respect, and exceeding expectations through service excellence
perform other job-related duties as assigned