Athletic Trainer

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📍 Rutherford, New Jersey, United StatesFull time💰 USD 55K–65K

About this role

Certified Athletic Trainer — Division II Athletic Program
Full-Time | Athletic Training Services

Salary: $55,000-65,000

Professional Physical Therapy is a leading provider of outpatient physical therapy and rehabilitation services in the Northeast and a certified Great Place to Work®. We are committed to delivering exceptional care to our patients while supporting their overall health, wellness, and performance.

Join a Team You’ll Want to Stay With

At Professional Physical Therapy, we believe in supporting our clinicians and creating an environment where they can grow, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact. As a Certified Athletic Trainer, you’ll work closely with student-athletes, coaches, physicians, and Physical Therapists to provide high-quality athletic training services within a Division II athletic program.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to make a difference both on and off the field, you’re in the right place.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • Make an Impact: Provide direct athletic training services and support to Division II student-athletes.
  • Work as a Team: Collaborate with coaches, physicians, Physical Therapists, student-athletes, and other members of the care team.
  • Keep Growing: Build your clinical skills through hands-on experience in injury prevention, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning.
  • Stay Covered: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus life insurance.
  • Plan Ahead: 401(k) with company match to support your long-term goals.
  • Take Care of Yourself: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), employee discounts, and paid time off (PTO).
  • Get Rewarded: Quarterly bonus program and employee referral program.
  • Invest in Your Future: Student loan reimbursement program.
  • Enjoy Your Summer: Paid summers off!

What You’ll Do

  • Conduct initial assessments of athletes’ injuries or illnesses to provide emergency or continued care and determine whether referral to a physician is necessary.
  • Provide athletic injury prevention, assessment, treatment, first aid, and reconditioning in accordance with standards established by the Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (BOC) and National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA).
  • Provide services to student-athletes under the direction of the team physician or through written referral from a physician, in accordance with applicable state athletic training practice laws and regulations.
  • Perform proper taping, strapping, bracing, and fitting of athletic equipment.
  • Serve as a liaison between student-athletes and Physical Therapists.
  • Communicate effectively with coaches, student-athletes, parents, physicians, patients, and Company staff.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with staff, athletes, coaches, and the general public.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in kinesiology/biomechanics, exercise physiology, infection control, professionalism and ethics, and the prevention and care of athletic injuries.
  • BOC certification required.
  • Current state athletic training licensure.
  • Knowledge of athletic injuries, including their prevention, recognition, assessment, treatment, and first aid.
  • Current CPR and/or AED certification.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with student-athletes, coaches, physicians, Physical Therapists, staff, and the general public.
  • Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to student-athletes.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Athletic Trainer role at Professional Physical Therapy?
The listed salary for this Athletic Trainer position at Professional Physical Therapy is USD 55K–65K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Athletic Trainer position at Professional Physical Therapy located?
This Athletic Trainer role at Professional Physical Therapy is based in Rutherford, New Jersey, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Athletic Trainer role at Professional Physical Therapy full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Athletic Trainer role in the Athletic Trainer department at Professional Physical Therapy.
Which team or department does the Athletic Trainer at Professional Physical Therapy belong to?
This Athletic Trainer position is part of the Athletic Trainer department at Professional Physical Therapy. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Athletic Trainer position at Professional Physical Therapy?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to Professional Physical Therapy's official application portal hosted on workable where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Athletic Trainer job at Professional Physical Therapy posted?
This Athletic Trainer position at Professional Physical Therapy was posted on Oct 7, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Athletic Trainer
Professional Physical Therapy · 💰 USD 55K–65K
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