Athletic Trainer Sign-on Bonus

Athletic Trainer Sports Medicine
Full-Time Direct Hire Elmira New York (Finger Lakes Region)

Step into a dynamic and rewarding role where your expertise directly impacts the health safety and performance of athletes across high school collegiate and semi-professional levels. This is an exceptional opportunity for both experienced Athletic Trainers and new graduates to grow within a collaborative forward-thinking sports medicine program.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

• $10000 sign-on bonus with structured payout over 36 months
• Competitive salary: $55000 $88608 annually based on experience
• Full-time direct hire position
• Open to new graduates in Sports Medicine/Athletic Training
• Work with a wide range of athletes across multiple competitive levels

Your Impact
As a Certified Athletic Trainer you will play a critical role in managing the overall healthcare of athletes. From injury prevention to rehabilitation and return-to-play decisions your work will ensure athletes perform safely and at their best. Youll operate under the leadership of the Orthopedic Service Line Director while collaborating with physicians coaches and school staff.

What Youll Do

• Provide comprehensive athletic training services including prevention evaluation treatment and rehabilitation of injuries in accordance with NATA Board of Certification standards
• Cover assigned practices games and events including evenings weekends and travel for away competitions when required
• Deliver on-site care including first aid emergency response and injury assessment
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans including therapeutic exercise and strength and conditioning programs
• Apply modalities and treatment techniques safely and effectively
• Monitor athlete progress and adjust care plans as needed
• Coordinate referrals follow-up care and scheduling with physicians and rehabilitation teams
• Communicate clearly with athletes families coaches athletic directors and physicians regarding injury status and return-to-play decisions
• Maintain accurate medical records injury logs and required documentation
• Demonstrate proper taping bracing and equipment fitting techniques
• Organize and support pre- and post-participation physicals
• Participate in community outreach sports medicine education and program development initiatives
• Contribute to onboarding new contracts and tracking program growth metrics

Program & Community Involvement
This role supports established contracts with Horseheads Central School District and Elmira City School District along with additional coverage opportunities at Elmira Heights Central School District Campbell-Savona Central School District Notre Dame High School Elmira College and Corning Community College.

Youll also provide seasonal coverage for the Elmira Pioneers and participate in summer camps EMS education and community outreach programs. During off-seasons you may explore specialized interests such as ergonomics strength and conditioning or orthopedic clinical support.

Benefits That Support Your Career and Life

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Tuition assistance and ongoing professional development
• Disability insurance
• Clear pathways for career advancement within a growing program
• A collaborative culture built on compassion teamwork and integrity

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a health-related field (minimum requirement)
• Current certification from the Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers
• New York State Athletic Trainer certification
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire
• 12 years of athletic training experience preferred

Life in Elmira and the Finger Lakes Region
Located in the scenic Southern Tier Elmira offers access to some of the Northeasts most beautiful landscapes and vibrant communities. Nearby destinations include Corning Ithaca and Binghamton with larger cities like Rochester and Syracuse within easy driving distance.

The region is known for the stunning Finger Lakes including Seneca Lake Cayuga Lake Keuka Lake and Canandaigua Lakeperfect for outdoor recreation wineries and scenic beauty. You can also explore the renowned Corning Museum of Glass or enjoy year-round activities like hiking boating festivals and cultural events.

If youre ready to grow your career in a supportive high-impact sports medicine environment while making a difference in athletes lives this is your opportunity to be part of something exceptional.

• $10000 sign-on bonus with structured payout over 36 months
• Competitive salary: $55000 $88608 annually based on experience
• Full-time direct hire position
• Excellent Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Open to new graduates in Sports Medicine/Athletic Training