What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Athletic Trainer | Sauk Valley College - Illinois position at Go4?
Go4 is accepting applications for a Head Athletic Trainer position at Sauk Valley College, just outside of Chicago, IL, for the 2026-2027 school year. The successful candidate will handle athletic training services, evaluation of injured athletes, rehabilitation of injured athletes, and running and managing the Athletic Training Facility.
DATES: ASAP - May, 2027 | approx 25 hrs per week required
TIMES: Approximately 2:00pm- 7:00pm M-F for practice, game, and athletic training room coverage; will vary dependent on practice/game schedule. Some weekend coverage possible as well as one travel season.
LOCATION: Dixon, IL (near Rockford, about 1.5 hrs West of Chicago)
COMPENSATION: Starting $55/hour; commensurate with experience. Additionally offering: CEU subscription, Signing Bonus, Relocation stipend, License Renewal Reimbursement
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop/maintain overall Sports Medicine program for the school, including injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, injury treatment and rehabilitation, educational programs and counseling for student-athletes;
Provide athletic training services, including attendance at scheduled team practices and home and away competitions as deemed necessary by Athletic Director/Supervisor;
In coordination with the team/supervising physician(s), review pre-participation physical examinations and coordinate medical referrals for student-athletes to determine their ability to practice and compete;
Work in conjunction with strength and conditioning, coaching, and school staff to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition and conditioning programs customized to meet individualized student-athletes needs;
Assist the Athletic Director with enforcing school policies and protocols;
Evaluate and recommend new techniques, policies, and equipment that would enhance the benefit of the existing sports medicine program;
Maintain up-to-date records and documentation, as well as track daily patient encounters using provided Athlete Sign In sheets;
Practice in accordance with education, training and the state's statutes, rules and regulations and abide by principles set forth in the NATA Code of Ethics.
QUALIFICATIONS:
> BOC Certified Athletic Trainer
> Masters Degree preferred, but not required
> Current CPR/AED certification
Job Type: Contract
Pay: From $55.00 per hour- $65 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
- One Travel Season required
Supplemental Pay:
Signing bonus
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Required)
- BOC Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55 - $65