Corewell Health·Grand Rapids, Michigan
The Athletic Trainer provides evidence-based athletic health care to athletes, including injury prevention, clinical assessment, and emergency care. They are responsible for developing and maintaining comprehensive health care programs for athletes under the direction of a physician.
This position is in partnership with Grace Christian University.
About this Position Grace Christian University is a DII NCCAA (National Christian College Athletic Association).
The Athletic Trainer will cover all the sports GCU provides which includes Baseball, Men's Basketball, Men's soccer, E-sports, Women's Basketball, Cross country, Women's soccer, Softball, and Women's volleyball.
Expectations would be covering home competitions and weekend coverage for home events.
About our Program Our Orthopedic Outreach Athletic Training program is proud to be developed and led by athletic trainers who understand the profession, including its struggles and triumphs.
We are athletic trainers supporting athletic trainers, prioritizing work-life balance, autonomous practice, and high-quality care supported by world-class orthopedic physicians.
Team members also benefit from: Comprehensive support through integrated, multidisciplinary collaboration Quality-focused training protecting the team member and patient Robust professional development programming Supportive, multi-level mentorship structure Free MedBridge membership and sponsored CEUs Our team members enjoy the autonomy of a small program with the support and guidance of the largest health system in Michigan.
We hope to welcome you to a team that prides itself on compassion in care and balance in life.
About Corewell Health As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities.
We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU.
Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope.
Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.
Scope of Work Provides quality, evidence based athletic health to stakeholders in the sports medicine outreach athletic training program.
Develops, implements, and maintains comprehensive health care programs for patients, clients, and athletes.
The practice of athletic training includes injury/illness prevention and wellness protection, clinical assessment and impression, immediate and emergency care, treatment and rehabilitation, and organizational and professional health and well-being of individuals under the direction of a physician.
Travel required.
Required Bachelor's Degree or equivalent Completion of a CAATE approved athletic training education program within bachelors or masters program Preferred Master's Degree or equivalent Completion of a CAATE approved athletic training education program within bachelors or masters program Successful completion of competency-based orientation program Required 1 year of relevant experience Related and progressively more responsible experience in all aspects of athletic training Required CRT-Athletic Trainer, Certified - BOC Board of Certification and Accreditation Upon Hire required LIC-Athletic Trainer License - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required AHA OR ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire requireTd
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and have completed a CAATE-approved athletic training program. Required certifications include BOC certification, a Michigan state license, and Basic Life Support (BLS).
Market context
Michigan schools often need athletic trainers who can support student-athlete safety, injury prevention, and return-to-play care, especially in active high school programs. These roles are competitive because districts look for candidates who can balance clinical judgment, communication with coaches and families, and licensure readiness; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm the school’s coverage expectations and licensure reimbursement details.
