What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer position at URMC?
The University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) Sports Medicine program is seeking an Athletic Trainer to join our team. This role provides athletic training services to local high schools, focusing on injury prevention, rehabilitation, and clinical care in collaboration with physicians and allied health professionals.
We are looking for a professional who is committed to athlete care, patient education, and continuous learning. Our structured career ladder offers opportunities for growth and development within the field.
About the Role
Athletic Trainers in this position provide direct support in multiple settings, including high schools, colleges, outpatient clinics, and hospital environments. Responsibilities include:
- Injury Prevention & Treatment – Evaluate injuries, administer first aid, and develop rehabilitation plans in coordination with medical professionals.
- Athlete & Coach Education – Guide athletes, parents, and coaches on best practices for conditioning, injury prevention, and recovery.
- Clinical Role - Manage independent patient care for nonoperative and postoperative patients in one of our outpatient rehabilitation locations. Opportunities to work alongside physicians and assist with their clinical workflow as well as opportunities to work in our orthopedic ambulatory surgery center.
- Hospital-Based Rehabilitation Assistance – Work alongside clinical teams to aid patient mobility, post-injury recovery, and functional movement training.
What We Offer
- Continuing Education – Ongoing opportunities to participate in rounds and symposium lectures/courses that count towards BOC CEU requirements done through our Rehabilitation and Orthopedic Departments.
- Professional Growth – A structured career path with opportunities to advance based on experience and leadership.
- Collaborative Work Environment – Join a team of sports medicine professionals dedicated to athlete health and wellness.
- Diverse Experience – Work across outreach, clinical, and hospital settings, gaining broad exposure within the field.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in athletic training
- Certification by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification (NATABOC).
- New York State licensure as an Athletic Trainer or able to obtain
- CPR certification and ability to respond to medical emergencies.
- Experience in outpatient orthopedic clinical care and athletic training outreach is preferred.
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on athletes’ health and performance while working in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you are passionate about sports medicine and athlete care, we encourage you to apply.
EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled:
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $51,899.00 - $67,469.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $51,899 - $67,469
