ATHLETIC TRAINER, Student Health Services
Job Description
ATHLETIC TRAINER, Student Health Services
Category
Charles River Campus --> Professional
Job Location
BOSTON, MA, United States
Tracking Code
26500600700123
Posted Date
1/23/2026
Salary Grade
Grade 48
Expected Hiring Range Minimum
$70,000.00
Expected Hiring Range Maximum
$77,000.00
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
The Athletic Training Department in Boston University's Student Health Services is recruiting an athletic trainer to join our collaborative team of healthcare providers. Our department provides athletic training services to students who participate in varsity sports, university-sponsored club sports, and Military Educations Reserve Officer Training Corps. What you should know about us:
Our Why: Collaborate to improve the lives of those we work with by advocating for goal-driven and impactful healthcare within our community.
Our How: We achieve our Why by focusing on: patient-centered care, quality improvement & quality assurance; interprofessional collaboration; personal & professional growth; and professional excellence.
Our Commitments: Listen first; Lead by example; Care for ourselves so we can care for others; Make data-informed decisions; Value individual differences. Athletic Training is one of 5 departments in Student Health Services which also includes Primary Care, Counseling & Psychiatric Services, Survivor Advocacy, Response & Prevention, and Health Promotion & Prevention. We share an electronic medical record among the departments. Our department includes a robust team of athletic trainers, a physician medical director, several team physicians, and dedicated administrative support, who work collaboratively to coordinate care. We offer competitive salaries that are at or above the average for nearly every comparable category of the NATA Salary Survey, as well as outstanding benefits including vacation, retirement, health, dental, and vision plans, reimbursement for professional certification and licensure, and annual professional development funding. We provide a supportive work environment that values your well-being as much as your professional achievements. We achieve this through our organizational structure (housed in Student Health Services) and medical model approach to coordinating care for the populations we serve. The Athletic Training Department has a strong history of clinical education and remains committed to experiential learning. We serve as a clinical site for students completing CAATE-accredited professional athletic training programs, as well as for medical students and medical residents and fellows. At Student Health Services, we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in all aspects of our work, including our organizational structure, workplace culture and care for the students we serve. We strive to foster an environment where everyones identities, needs and experiences are valued, appreciated and accepted. We are continually working to improve our culture, access, advocacy, and services so that they are consistent with these values.
Position Summary
The primary responsibilities of an Athletic Trainer are to:
provide wellness promotion/education and injury/illness prevention
provide patient care, including obtain health histories, evaluate, diagnose, and implement care plans to achieve the goals of individuals with health conditions
use patient-rated outcomes, clinician-rated outcomes, and other metrics to measure the effectiveness of clinical practice
create and maintain electronic medical records
collaborate with, and refer to, other healthcare providers within our community
provide medical coverage of home and away practices and competitions
maintain knowledge of current medical research and leading practices in athletic training
participate in education and mentoring of learners, colleagues, and other stakeholders
assist in the administration of department operations
Required Skills
Required Qualifications
Graduate of a CAATE-accredited (or equivalent) professional athletic training program
Masters degree in athletic training or a related field
Certified and in good standing by the Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers
Licensed or license-eligible by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Board of Allied Health Professions by start date
1-3 years of clinical practice experience
Preferred Qualifications
3-5 years of clinical practice experience
Advanced practice training via DAT, residency, fellowship, or equivalent experience
Performance Expectations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with all stakeholders
Ability to balance multiple priorities and handle challenging situations
Demonstrate attention to detail and monitor own work for accuracy
Ability to use health information technology and analyze data for decision making
Comply with University and department policies and procedures
Maintenance of all required certifications and licensures
Additional Requirements
Satisfactory completion of Boston University background check
Compliance with Boston University Occupational Health vaccination requirements
Ability to lift, support, and move individuals and/or equipment weighing up to and in excess of 50 pounds, including during emergency situations.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Required Skills
Job Location: BOSTON, MA
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Salary Grade: $70,000.00-$77,000.00
To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/316293 (https://apptrkr.com/6875847)
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