Position Details:

• Compensation: Approximately $32/hour ($55,000 salaried)

• Schedule: Full-time athletic training position following the school calendar, with flexibility built into the schedule throughout the academic year

• Contract: 10-month contract (1720 hours), paid evenly over 12 months

• Summer Schedule: Limited summer hours required

Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive athletic training services for emergent, acute, and chronic injuries

• Collaborate with physicians, coaches, administration, parents, and student-athletes

• Document treatment using electronic medical records

• Follow concussion management protocols and MHSAA return-to-play policies

• Communicate patient status and activity clearance to coaching staff

• Support interdisciplinary treatment planning and discharge coordination

• Maintain regular communication with the clinical director

• Comply with physician orders related to injury and illness management

• Represent HQPT as the preferred provider of physical therapy services within the school community

• Attend staff meetings, complete mandatory continuing education, and maintain active licensure

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training, Exercise Science, or related field (required)

• Post-certification master’s degree (preferred)

• Completion of a CAATE-approved athletic training education program (required)

• Board of Certification, Inc. – Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) (required)

• Licensed Athletic Trainer (AT) in the State of Michigan (required)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) and First Aid certification (required)

• Additional certifications (e.g., CSCS, PES, FMS, EMT, CKTP, MHSAA Skinfold Assessor) (preferred)

• 1 year of athletic training experience (required); outpatient orthopedic clinical experience (preferred)

Skills:

• Strong clinical evaluation and critical thinking skills

• Knowledge of EMR systems and proficiency with Microsoft Office

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

• Ability to remain calm, empathetic, and professional in high-stress situations

• Team-oriented, yet capable of working independently

• Flexible with evenings and weekends as required

• Physically capable of meeting job demands

Benefits:

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Short-term, long-term, and life insurance

• Supplemental Benefits (critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, accident insurance)

• 401(k) with employer matching & retirement plans

• HSA and FSA options available

• Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and license support

• Career mentorship, growth opportunities, and leadership development

• Meaningful, patient-centered work environment with a supportive team culture

This position is an excellent opportunity for a Certified Athletic Trainer who wants to provide high-quality care to student-athletes while enjoying a balanced work schedule and robust benefits.