Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) | Sports Medicine Physician Extender

Garden State Sports Medicine is a start-up practice based in Morris County, NJ, and looking to expand. This physician-owned office seeks a Certified Athletic Trainer for a hybrid role combining clinical athletic training, physician support, and front-desk operations.Clinical & Physician Extender ResponsibilitiesRoom patients, obtain vital signs, and coordinate clinical patient flow.Assist with musculoskeletal examinations, physician-directed rehabilitation, home exercise programs, and return-to-activity guidance.Educate patients and fit braces, boots, splints, crutches, and other DME.Prepare examination and procedure rooms; assist with ultrasound-guided injections, PRP, and fracture care within scope.Maintain clinical supplies, DME inventory, documentation, and a safe, organized care environment.Front Desk & Practice OperationsTake an active role in patient check-in and checkout, scheduling, and phone calls.Scan and organize records, prepare charts, and support administrative follow-up.Help with other routine office operations as needed.QualificationsBOC-certified Athletic Trainer; New Jersey AT licensure or eligibility; current CPR/BLS.Strong rehabilitation skills, patient communication, organization, and comfort with office technology.CSCS, orthopedic/sports medicine experience, and EMR familiarity preferred, not required. Exceptional new graduates, particularly those with relevant sports, orthopedic, rehabilitation, personal training, or strength and conditioning backgrounds, are encouraged to apply.Schedule & BenefitsApproximately 35–45 hours weekly, typically including one late evening (around 6:30 PM) and occasional Saturdays, with scheduling flexibility to support work-life balance.Annual salary $55,000–$65,000, based on experience and qualifications.80 hours of accrued combined PTO/sick time, paid designated holidays, and malpractice coverage.Up to $1,000 annually for approved CME and professional dues.Who Do We Aspire to Be as an Employer?Although health insurance and retirement benefits are not currently offered (but we’re working toward this), we offer a schedule of approximately 35–45 hours per week, typically including one late evening and occasional Saturdays, with reasonable flexibility to support work-life balance.We also are committed to the professional growth of the individual in this position, and we believe the incumbent will be exposed to all facets of patient care and practice operations. As this is a start-up situation, we envision the individual’s growth tied to our growth. Opportunities for additional experience, responsibilities, and professional development will be closely linked to the individual’s commitment and contributions to the practice.Garden State Sports Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations as required by law.