Location
Dixon, Illinois
Salary
$46 - $60/hr
Manage the overall sports medicine program, including injury prevention, evaluation, and rehabilitation for student-athletes. Oversee the Athletic Training Room operations and coordinate medical referrals with the team physician.
Requires Board of Certification and Illinois State Athletic Training Licensure. A Master's degree from a CAATE accredited program and 2-5 years of experience are preferred.
Role: Athletic Trainer
Pay: Hourly rate for this position ranges from $46-$60/hr, commensurate with experience
Schedule: August 2026 – May 2027 // Variable; 30 hours per week expected
Location: Dixon, IL
Relocation Stipend, Annual CEU Subscription, Professional Liability Insurance Reimbursement, License Renewal Reimbursement, In-State Tuition for DAT/Masters programs at Indiana State University Essential
Go4Healthcare is in search of a certified athletic trainer for Blackburn College. The successful candidate will handle athletic training services, evaluation of injured athletes, rehabilitation of injured athletes and running and managing their ATR. — JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: – Maintain overall Sports Medicine program for the College, including injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury and concussion management, injury treatment and rehabilitation for student-athletes; – Provide athletic training services for the College athletic department, including attendance at scheduled team practices and home and away competitions as necessary; – In coordination with the team physician, review pre-participation physical examinations and coordinate medical referrals for student-athletes to determine their ability to practice and compete; – Manage the Athletic Training Room including medical inventory and budgetary items, and maintaining clean, professional, and welcoming environment; – Assist the Athletic Director with determining safety and medical concerns for athletic events, emergency action planning, and enforcing school policies and protocols; – Evaluate and recommend new techniques, equipment, and policies that would enhance the benefit of the sports medicine program; – Maintain up-to-date records and documentation as determined by the College. The Ideal Candidate has: > Preferred Education: Master’s degree from a CAATE accredited Athletic Training Program > Certifications Required: Board of Certification required, IL State Athletic Training Licensure > Experience: 2-5 years as an athletic trainer preferred, but new grads are welcome to apply! This is a Travel AT position; applicants without an IL state license are still encouraged to apply; Go4 will assist with fees for acquiring your license and relocation if you are hired. Applicants with less than 3 years of experience are also encouraged to apply!
Go4 Contract Services is a healthcare professional service provider for institutions and organizations that need short-term and long-term healthcare solutions. We believe better patient care begins with a community of fully-supported healthcare professionals. We’re committed to making sure Athletic Trainers are paid at a rate that matches their skillset–our hourly pay rate ranges from $46-$60/hour nationally. Pay is via direct deposit. In addition to competitive hourly rates, we’re excited to offer additional benefits including relocation stipends, continuing education credits, license renewal reimbursement, student loan repayment assistance, graduate/doctoral degree partnership, and healthcare coverage guidance. Check out the additional benefits of Contract Services Positions at Go4. Additional contract jobs are open across the country- check out the app!*
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Market context
Athletic trainer roles in Illinois are often shaped by demand from colleges, schools, and sports programs that need licensed clinicians for injury prevention, evaluation, and return-to-play support. This position is competitive because it requires Board of Certification and Illinois licensure, with a CAATE-accredited master’s degree and 2–5 years of experience preferred; the listed benefits include loan repayment assistance, relocation support, and reimbursement for licensure and liability coverage. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credentials and prepare examples of hands-on sports medicine experience before applying.