Resident Athletic Trainer

Resident Athletic Trainer

Salary

$36,000.00 Annually

Location

Springfield, MA

Job Type

Full-time 12 months 35 hours

Job Number

00395

Department

Athletic Training

Opening Date

06/05/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Description

The 2-year Athletic Training Residency at Springfield College is a developmental step for certified athletic trainers to work and learn in a supported, mentored setting while focusing on the learning in the specialty area of Prevention and Wellness. Residents will hone their patient-care skills and expand their knowledge within the areas of prevention and wellness while providing full-time athletic healthcare service. The domain of prevention and wellness is vital as athletic healthcare providers seek to promote primary healthcare services and to prevent the development of health conditions and diseases. The residency program will serve as a crucial link to supporting the mission of the Springfield College Wellness Institute and athletic healthcare services by providing competent professional athletic training staffing. The program is seeking initial accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education.

Actual salaries will vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to degrees attained, experience, and other considerations permitted by law. Comprehensive compensation details, including any additional benefits, will be communicated upon finalization of the employment offer.

Responsibilities

The Resident Athletic Trainer is responsible for providing athletic health care to members of Springfield College's intercollegiate athletic population. Residents will provide athletic health care coverage for the duration of the intercollegiate pre-, regular and postseasons, for their assigned teams. Residents may also be responsible for the clinical supervision and instruction of athletic training students engaging in clinical experiences.

Qualifications

BOC Certified Athletic Trainer (or eligible) • Massachusetts Licensed Athletic Trainer (or eligible) • Preferred: 2-3 years of clinical experience and experience as a preceptor

Benefits:

• Salary = $36,000 per year & approx. $12,000 benefit package
• Autonomous clinical practice in a mentored and supported environment
• $500 for continuing education
• $50 in department apparel annually
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Opportunity to earn the Wellness Educator Certification and Functional Movement Screen certification

Any questions regarding this position please contact:

Jessica Barrett PhD, LAT, ATC, Program Director and Associate Professor of Athletic Training, 413-748-4763, jbarrett3@springfieldcollege.edu.

At Springfield College we offer competitive and generous benefit options for employees and their families.

• Tuition benefits for employees and dependents
• Tuition exchange program for dependents
• Generous paid time off benefits
• Paid Sick Leave Benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan (TIAA) with a generous college match
• Medical, Dental and Vision plan(s)
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care expenses and dependent care)
• Life and accident insurance plans
• Long-term disability
• Optional voluntary benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness benefits and programs
• Free use of our state-of-the-art Wellness Center

Part-time employees earn pro-rated holiday, vacation and sick leave.

To learn more about our Benefit Package, visit our Human Resources page.

Employer Springfield College

Address 263 Alden Street

Springfield, Massachusetts, 01109

Phone 413-748-5678

Website http://www.springfield.edu