Athletic Trainer Jobs in South Dakota

An Athletic Trainer in the fitness and recreation industry is a certified health professional who collaborates with physicians to provide preventative services, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions. They work closely with athletes, coaches, and fitness enthusiasts to prevent and treat sports-related injuries, provide first aid, and develop and implement injury prevention and rehabilitation programs. Athletic Trainers work in a variety of settings within the fitness and recreation industry, including health clubs, recreational sports centers, schools, and universities.

Important skills for an Athletic Trainer include strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities, as well as a thorough understanding of human anatomy and physiology. Certification is often required; the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC) is the nationally recognized certifying body. Prior to becoming an Athletic Trainer, individuals may have roles such as a Fitness Instructor, Physical Therapy Assistant, or Sports Medicine Aid. All these roles provide valuable experience in the physical fitness and healthcare fields that can serve as a foundation for a career as an Athletic Trainer.

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Personal Trainer- Coach- Part Time Evenings- Pierre, SD

  • Pierre, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 1 day ago

Why Join Our Anytime Fitness Team? Lets grow together, and become better together! We strive to be the best professionals in the fitness industry. We are a high energy team that will do anything...

**Job Summary** Responsible for evaluating and monitoring clinic patients as an athletic trainer within an orthopedic patient focus....

Athletic Trainer - Northern State University - Full Time

  • Aberdeen, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Aberdeen, SD
  • 1 day ago

Implementing and monitoring athletic training programs for rehabilitation and reconditioning according to athlete's diagnosis and real-time condition....

. + Certification as an Athletic Trainer required through NATABOC. + Licensed as an Athletic Trainer in the state of South Dakota required. + CSCS certification through the NSCA preferred....

Athletic Trainer

  • Montrose, SD
  • 10 days ago
  • Montrose, SD
  • 10 days ago

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: Bachelor's Athletic Trainer - Board of Athletic Training active in state of practice Upon Hire Certified Athletic Trainer - Board of Certification...

Exercise Physiologist Cardiac Rehab

  • Deadwood, SD
  • 12 days ago
  • Deadwood, SD
  • 12 days ago

Provides an individual exercise program for Phase 2 and 3 participants....

Personal Training Coach

  • Vermillion, SD
  • 24 days ago
  • Vermillion, SD
  • 24 days ago

clients * Complete fitness evaluations/consultations on all new members and training clients * Prescribe and sell personal training packages * Ensure safety of participants utilizing heart rate and exercise...

Clinical Athletic Trainer - Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 30+ days ago

Summary Responsible for evaluating and monitoring clinic patients as an athletic trainer within an orthopedic patient focus....

Athletic Trainer PRN

  • Mansfield, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mansfield, SD
  • 30+ days ago

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: Bachelor's Athletic Trainer - Board of Athletic Training active in state of practice Certified Athletic Trainer - Board of Certification...

Personal Trainer- Pierre- Part time Evenings

  • Pierre, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 30+ days ago

Why Join Our Anytime Fitness Team? Lets grow together, and become better together! We strive to be the best professionals in the fitness industry. We are a high energy team that will do anything...

Athletic Trainer

  • Pierre, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 30+ days ago

BOC certification required and South Dakota Athletic Trainers licensure eligible. Familiarity with NCAA Division I preferred....

Exercise Physiologist Cardiovascular Diagnostics

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 30+ days ago

Provides an individual exercise program for Phase 2 and 3 participants....

Personal/Group Fitness Coach

  • Vermillion, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vermillion, SD
  • 30+ days ago

them to achieve their goals * Desire to continually learn new principles in the areas of training, overall fitness, health and nutrition * Hands on training and experience in areas such as corrective exercise...

Athletic Trainer

  • White Lake, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • White Lake, SD
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description We have an immediate opening for a part time Certified Athletic Trainer. As an ATC, you will provide athletic training services for middle and high school events....

Group Fitness Coach / Personal Trainer

  • Yankton, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Yankton, SD
  • 30+ days ago

fitness certification/personal trainer certification within 90 days of hire from an AF fitness approved education company such as ACSM, ACE, NASM, NSCA, ISSA, NSCA, etc. * Bachelor's degree in an exercise...

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Salary for Athletic Trainer Jobs in South Dakota

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Athletic Trainers in South Dakota offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
55.2%
Master's Degree
25.2%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
High School or GED
5.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Athletic Trainers in South Dakota
2-4 years
43.2%
1-2 years
40.2%
None
16.6%


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