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New at Go4
Want to know what is new at Go4? We’ll keep a running list of new features and releases, pinned to the top of our blog. We’ll stay transparent, and you get access to the only nationwide marketplace for hiring athletic trainers. September 3, 2024 Job Poster Experience Downloadable Emergency Action…
3 Ways to Make Money on Go4
Go4’s mission is to have an Athletic Trainer on Every Sideline, Everywhere. And with that, make sure Athletic Trainers are paid for their time, knowledge, and life-saving skills. That mission is taken seriously, and athletic trainers have multiple avenues for getting paid to help complete it. Check…
Every Sideline Everywhere: Go4 Launches Affiliate Program to Empower Athletic Trainers Nationwide
Go4 Affiliate Program: Empowering ATs and Raising Rates Nationwide At Go4, our mission—#everysidelineeverywhere—is more than a tagline. It’s a commitment to making sure that every youth sporting event has an Athletic Trainer (AT) on the sideline. With the launch of the Go4 Affiliate Program, we are putting that into action…
Recovery Techniques for Young Athletes After Intense Games
Effective recovery techniques for young athletes to help your child bounce back after intense games.
AED Maintenance for Athletic Trainers
Athletic trainers play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of their patients, and one critical aspect of this responsibility is the maintenance of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). Regular maintenance of AEDs is essential to ensure they are ready for immediate use in case of sudden cardiac emergencies.
Essential Safety Screening Questions for Choosing a Tournament Venue
When organizing a sports tournament, the safety and well-being of participants, coaches, and spectators are paramount. Choosing the right venue involves not only assessing the facilities but also ensuring that comprehensive safety measures are in place. Here are the essential safety screening questions for choosing a tournament venue. Are…
The Vital Role of Athletic Trainers on Inclement Weather Policies
As an athletic trainer, your dedication goes beyond just physical patient care; you also play an integral part in ensuring the safety and well-being of participants, spectators and staff in various conditions, including inclement weather. Developing, communicating, and sticking to inclement weather policies is not just a precautionary measure—it’s a…
The Pre-Event Medical Meeting
The pre-event medical meeting is an essential component of ensuring safety and preparedness for any athletic event. This gathering, often referred to as a medical time-out, involves key stakeholders such as healthcare professionals, coaches, administrators, and emergency responders, and is designed to review and reinforce the emergency action plan (EAP)…
The Ultimate Packing List for Your Summer Sports Camps
Summer sports camps are a fantastic way for children to develop their athletic skills, make new friends, and have a great time. However, ensuring they have everything they need can be a daunting task.
CAATE Resident Spotlight: Clarissa Alexander
Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) Resident Features Clarissa Alexander who completed her athletic training residency at St Luke’s University Health Network, a CAATE-accredited athletic training residency program. Clarissa is passionate about her residency experience and shared the following insights: Q: What factors influenced your decision to pursue…
5 Things To Get More Athletic Trainer Applications
5 Things To Get More Athletic Trainer Applications We surveyed, interviewed and talked with hundreds of athletic trainers about picking up jobs on Go4. Based on some common themes in those chats, we created this list of 5 things that athletic trainers look for in a job listing on the…
7 Best Practices For Working PRN Shifts
7 Best Practices For Working PRN Shifts We surveyed, interviewed and talked with hundreds of job posters on the platform about game day operations with the ATs they hired through Go4. Based on some common themes and feedback, we developed this list of 7 Best Practices For Working PRN Shifts.