Full-time work is not the only option, there are perks to contract work:

• Work/Life balance – Burnout is a “buzzword” in the athletic training profession, but work/life balance is important. Teams aren’t practicing, conditioning, or competing any less and budgets aren’t budging, so what gives? Being an independent contractor can leave more time for hobbies, family life, and personal time. The result is less stress and increased happiness.

• Create your own schedule – Work when you want! When you’re not tied down to a 9-5, you aren’t forced to choose between a personal or social life and working. With ATvantage, work comes straight to your inbox. So sit back and let the opportunities come to you!

• Better Pay – Athletic trainers aren’t always paid what they deserve, especially when working on a salary. Contracting guarantees you are reimbursed at an agreed upon rate for every hour on site. Work fewer hours and still make a living for yourself.

• Networking – Want to quickly build your resume and regularly interact with other athletic trainers? Contract work is a chance to achieve both. This is especially vital for new grads, but is valuable throughout a career. ATvantage staffs events ranging from single day, full seasons/school years, weekend only, and seasonal work.

• Job security – Contract work is readily available (see this post), so there is always opportunity to make money! Being a contractor, there is no need to worry about layoffs; providing a much more secure environment to work in. Not knowing what event will come next can be uncomfortable at first, but as your schedule fills up, the realization that “this is your job” sets in.

Still not convinced that contract work could provide a full time income? Check out this post for more information.

Miss Musume