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Athletic Trainer, Wonewoc School District

Bellin Gundersen · Hillsboro, WI · Full time

Posted Jul 10, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

This role supports student athletes in the Wonewoc School District. What appeals to you about working in a small rural district?

What they are checking: Whether they are drawn to rural work and likely to stay connected to the community.

New graduates are welcome. Tell me about the clinical experiences that best prepared you for this job.

What they are checking: Whether they can show enough hands-on skill to work largely on their own in a small district.

Tell me about a time you had to learn a new skill quickly.

What they are checking: Whether a new trainer can grow fast when they are often the only medical professional on site.

What would you do

How would you work with coaches and parents to support athlete health and safety?

What they are checking: Whether they can collaborate and communicate clearly with people who are not medically trained.

An athlete asks you not to tell their coach about an injury because they're afraid of losing playing time. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they put the athlete's safety first while handling the trust issue thoughtfully.

How would you handle a serious injury when the nearest hospital is a long drive away?

What they are checking: Whether they plan for rural emergency response times and know how to stabilize until EMS arrives.

About the work

A volleyball player complains of shoulder pain that's been getting worse for weeks. How do you assess it?

What they are checking: Whether they can do a thorough evaluation and know when to refer to a physician.

What steps would you take to prevent injuries across a whole season, not just treat them?

What they are checking: Whether they think about prevention, like warmups, conditioning and equipment checks.

The posting mentions maintaining records in compliance with regulatory standards. Why does that matter for an athletic trainer?

What they are checking: Whether they understand privacy rules for student health records and the legal role of documentation.

How do you build a return-to-play plan after a concussion for a high school student who also has schoolwork to manage?

What they are checking: Whether they include return-to-learn as well as return-to-play, which protects students academically too.

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The full job description

As published by Bellin Gundersen.

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Job Highlights • Full time, 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week) • Starting base pay: $24.36 per hour and up, based on years of experience • Support student athletes in the Wonewoc School District • No prior experience required; new graduates welcome About this role Join Emplify Health by Gundersen as an Athletic Trainer supporting student athletes in the Wonewoc School District. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on young athletes’ health and performance in a supportive and collaborative environment. You will be part of a team that values your professional growth and personal well-being, aligned with our mission of empathy amplified. Whether you are a new graduate or an experienced professional, you will find a welcoming culture and strong leadership support to help you thrive. Key responsibilities • Provide athletic training services to student athletes, including injury prevention, assessment, and rehabilitation • Collaborate with coaches, parents, and healthcare professionals to support athlete health and safety • Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with regulatory standards What you will need • Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training (minimum) • Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support certification for Health Care Providers • Current Wisconsin State Athletic Trainer License • Board Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) by the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA-BOC) • No prior work experience required; new graduates are encouraged to apply What we offer • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, HSA/FSA • Substantial retirement contributions including 401(k) match and annual base contribution • Paid Time Off (PTO) combining vacation, sick, and personal days for flexible time off • Professional development opportunities, tuition investment program, and access to a Career Development Center • Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and optional long-term disability coverage • Employee assistance program, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and colleague recognition programs Our culture & values At Emplify Health by Gundersen, we live our mission of empathy amplified through belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork, and humility. As part of a community of over 10,000 caregivers across seven hospitals and 65 clinics, you will contribute to fostering a culture of inclusion and compassion. Wonewoc offers a welcoming rural lifestyle with strong community values and opportunities for outdoor recreation, supporting a balanced and fulfilling life. Let's connect! Megan Wopat, Manager of Human Resources mjwopat@emplifyhealth.org | (608) 489-8106 If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact the recruiter listed below: Primary Recruiter: Megan Wopat Recruiter Email Address: MJWopat@emplifyhealth.org We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future. Equal Opportunity Employer

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