Head Athletic Trainer | Thornton Township High School

Go4 is accepting applications for an Head Athletic Trainer position at Thornton Township through the end of the 2025-2026 school year with possibility of renewal 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 - June 1, 2026 | approx 30 hrs per week required

TIMES:  Approximately 1:00pm- 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 : Harvey, IL

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  | IL state licensure

>  Masters Degree preferred, but not required

>  Current CPR/AED certification

Job Type: Contract

Pay: From $55.00 per hour- $60 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