Certified Athletic Trainer

Location: Salem Hospital, 890 Oak Street SE, Salem, Oregon 97301
Department: Rehabilitation
Position Type: Unscheduled, Non-Exempt
Schedule: Hours will be between 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Monday - Saturday

Your role with us

The athletic trainer position at Salem Health plays a vital role in promoting health, safety and peak performance for student-athletes. This position ensures athletes can participate in sports confidently and safely, while fostering a culture of injury prevention and wellness within the community. By providing expert care, education and rehabilitation, the athletic trainer strengthens the connection between athletics, academics and overall well-being.

What you'll do

• Developing individualized training and rehabilitation programs for athletes.
• Organizing and maintaining the training room and infection control standards.
• Evaluating and managing acute and chronic injuries, coordinating care with physicians and physical therapists.
• Implementing concussion protocols, sports physicals and protective equipment strategies.
• Maintaining accurate documentation and clear communication with athletes, coaches, families and medical personnel.
• Advising on return-to-play decisions and serving as a liaison between coaches and administration.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with course work in athletic training, health, physical education or exercise science.
• Certification by the Board of Certification (BOC) by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association.
• Licensed Athletic Trainer (LAT) by the state of Oregon.

Additional information

• Successful candidate will have experience working in a school/college environment as an athletic trainer.
• Basic Life Support required within 30 days of hire.

Why Salem Health?

Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.

We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org.