Certified Athletic Trainer

Employment TypeFull-TimeMinimum ExperienceEntry-levelLocation: AZ Compass Prep – Chandler, ArizonaPosition Type: Full-TimeStart Date: August 2026About the Opportunity:This position will work closely with the Head Athletic Trainer to support the health, safety, and performance of our student-athletes. Our sports medicine department emphasizes mentorship, collaboration, and professional development. Athletic trainers will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience working with competitive athletic programs while developing their clinical and leadership skills in a supportive team environment. Staff may also have the opportunity to gain additional experience and hours through Compass Sports Performance, working alongside strength and performance professionals.
Responsibilities •Athletic trainers will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience working with competitive athletic programs while developing their clinical and leadership skills in a supportive team environment•This athletic trainer will primarily provide coverage for:•Football (Fall Season)•Secondary responsibilities may include coverage of more sports as needed• Team travel and management of national football programs.•Evaluate, treat, and manage athletic injuries•Develop and implement rehabilitation and return-to-play programs• Implement injury prevention strategies•Communicate athlete health and participation status with coaching staff•Maintain accurate injury documentation and treatment records•Collaborate with the Head Athletic Trainer and performance staff•Assist with team travel when applicable• Main sport/team footballo Attend all practices and games o Home and away games including team travel in and out of state • Football Responsibilitieso In team band for schedule, and communication with coaches o In text communication with head coach and position coaches about injuries and modifications • Football team travel o Out of state travel• Weekly schedule (Summer/Fall)o 6 am- Start time M-Th, F TBD for game schedules • Schedule Winter/Springo Communication with coaches and athletes on injuries • Other responsibilitieso Injury documentation daily for athletes seen o Training room upkeep o Primary coverage at sports performance center in Spring o Decrease hours at compass, increase hours at performance center when things are slower in springo Basketball coverage while National Basketball AT is away with EYBL team travel• Main sport/teams Grind/Girls basketball FALL o Main POC for Grind and Girls basketball programso Available for home games and practices o Main POC for Grind/Girls athletes, coordinate rehabs SPRING- baseball o Keep track of baseball schedule- onsite/offsite practices o In team Band for communication o In group chat with coaches regarding injuries o Run baseball rehabs and coordinate modifications o Attend baseball practices offsite M-Th o Attend all home games
Qualifications Candidates should possess strong skills in Injury Prevention and Prevention, focusing on safe athletic participation and risk reduction.Candidates should possess proficient Athletic Training skills, including injury evaluation, emergency care, and treatment planning.Candidates should possess capabilities in Strength & Conditioning to support performance, conditioning programs, and return-to-play readiness.Candidates should possess Rehabilitation skills to guide recovery plans, therapeutic exercises, and coordination with healthcare providers.Current certification as an Athletic Trainer (ATC) and eligibility for or possession of Arizona state licensure.Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Athletic Training or a related field from an accredited program.Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills for working with students, families, and staff.Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed for practices, games, and events, and to respond effectively in emergency situations.