ATHLETIC TRAINER JOB DESCRIPTION

An Athletic Trainer either keeps student athletes on the field or fails them at the moment it matters most. When triage decisions are delayed, return-to-play clearances are missed, and coaches operate without medical guidance, athletes are exposed to compounding injuries that end seasons and careers. The Athletic Trainer is the front-line clinical authority within a school or collegiate sports medicine program, holding BOC certification and state licensure while answering to a Head Athletic Trainer or Athletic Director. This role owns the full continuum of athlete care - from pre-season physicals through injury rehabilitation - and its rigor directly determines the safety record of the program it serves.

As the Athletic Trainer, you will manage injury prevention, clinical evaluation, and rehabilitation services for student athletes across assigned sports, ensuring every return-to-play decision is grounded in documented medical assessment and physician-approved protocol. The position reports through the Head Athletic Trainer or Director of Sports Medicine and operates across practice facilities, game venues, and the athletic training room within a school district or intercollegiate athletics department.

Career Impact: Building demonstrated competency under NCAA or NAIA compliance frameworks positions an Athletic Trainer for advancement to Head Athletic Trainer or Sports Medicine Director roles within collegiate athletics.

Business Impact: When student athletes receive timely, protocol-driven care, injury recurrence rates drop and athletic programs retain competitive depth that directly affects team performance and institutional reputation.

Growth Opportunity: Exposure to physician-directed rehabilitation protocols, pre-season physical examination coordination, and eligibility documentation expands clinical scope and strengthens candidacy for senior sports medicine and program management roles.

Company Value: Several employers in this group explicitly value flexible scheduling commitment, evening and weekend availability, and integration with Student Affairs or district-wide safety initiatives, reflecting a mission-driven team environment centered on student well-being.

• Evaluate student athlete injuries during practices and contests, determining severity and referral need in coordination with the team physician.
• Implement physician-prescribed rehabilitation protocols, guiding athletes from injury onset through return-to-play clearance.
• Coordinate pre-season and post-season physical examinations for all assigned sport rosters in collaboration with medical staff.
• Maintain accurate medical records, injury reports, and treatment documentation for each athlete in compliance with institutional standards.
• Prepare athletes for practice and competition through preventative taping, bandaging, and warm-up supervision.
• Liaise among coaches, athletic directors, school nurses, parents, and physicians to communicate athlete status within confidentiality requirements.
• Manage athletic training room operations including supply inventory, equipment maintenance, and regulatory compliance such as blood-borne pathogen protocols.
• Support coach education by delivering annual First Aid and CPR training aligned with institutional safety requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training, Exercise Science, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• One or more years of athletic training experience in a competitive scholastic or intercollegiate environment, with demonstrated injury evaluation and rehabilitation competency.
• Board of Certification (BOC) certification as a Certified Athletic Trainer, in good standing at time of hire.
• Current state athletic training licensure or eligibility for licensure in the state of employment.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR/AED certification from an approved provider.
• Knowledge of NCAA, NAIA, or applicable governing body regulations as they relate to athlete eligibility and sports medicine compliance.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student athlete health information and communicate appropriately with institutional stakeholders.
• Proven capacity to manage multiple simultaneous demands across concurrent athletic events, practices, and administrative responsibilities.

• Master's degree in Athletic Training or a related health sciences field.
• Experience with concussion baseline testing protocols and Electronic Medical Record systems used in sports medicine settings.
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) credential issued by the NSCA.
• Advanced manual therapy training applicable to orthopedic and sports medicine rehabilitation.

• Athlete return-to-play rate, measured against physician-cleared timelines for each case managed.
• Injury documentation completion rate, reflecting percentage of treatment records submitted within required institutional deadlines.
• Pre-season physical examination completion rate for all rostered athletes before first practice date.
• Coach CPR and First Aid training completion rate across assigned sport programs each academic year.
• Regulatory compliance audit outcomes, including blood-borne pathogen training and health screening currency for all staff.
• Typical tools: Electronic Medical Record systems (commonly web-based sports medicine platforms); concussion baseline testing software (commonly ImPACT or equivalent).

• Base Salary Range: $42,000 to $58,000 per year, depending on experience and institution size.
• Bonus: Annual merit-based adjustments; modest performance bonuses at select institutions.
• Equity: Not typically offered in scholastic or collegiate settings.
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; institutional plan varies by employer.
• PTO: 10 to 15 days annually, with academic calendar breaks at many institutions.
• Common Perks: Continuing education reimbursement, professional association dues support, athletic facility access, and game-day travel coverage.

Figures are estimates based on general US market benchmarks and may be outdated. Adjust based on location, company size, and seniority level.

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process upon request, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, and local law. Employment in this position is contingent on successful completion of a background check and, where required, drug screening. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States prior to the start of employment.

The Athletic Trainer owns direct patient and athlete care across triage, medication administration, injury rehabilitation, and pre-season physical examinations, working alongside team physicians, coaching staffs, and auxiliary medical personnel. Delivering outcomes from injury onset through full return to competition, this role sustains athlete health and readiness within a structured clinical and field-based sports medicine program.

Key Responsibilities

• Triage patients as directed by physicians, and other providers.
• Provides patient instruction as directed by physicians, and other providers.
• Collects and monitors patient data, reporting patient data and patient needs to physicians, and other providers.
• Documents care consistent with documentation guidelines, and patient chargeable items/ services according to standards.
• Administers medication, and injections to patients in accordance with licensure and policy.
• Evaluates patient/athletes' physical condition, response and progress and discusses with appropriate physician, athletic Trainer or manager.
• Interfaces with student athletes, parents, staff, coaches, physicians, athletic trainers, and auxiliary medical personnel for information exchange on status of athletes' condition.
• Observes and assists the fitting of athletic equipment.
• Responsible for the operation of treatment headquarters at practice and game sites, the modalities, equipment and supplies used in these treatment areas, as well as the general cleanliness of the athletic facilities and treatment areas OR maintain clean and safe patient environment, work area, equipment, and communicates any equipment malfunctions to appropriate department/unit personnel.
• Responsible for preparing the players for each practice and game by exercising, preventative taping and bandaging techniques, and overseeing the team warm-up and flexibility period.
• May be required to cover practices and contests (home and away) during the pre-season, regular season, and post-season as designated.
• Responsible for working with the team Physician/Lead Athletic Trainer/Manager in planning, organization and implementation of pre-season (and post-season when indicated) physical examinations of all players.
• Will also work directly with the Team Physicians and coaching staffs to determine when it is medically safe for an ill or injured athlete to return to competition.
• Rehabilitation of injured players/patients following athletic injury or surgery is a primary concern of the Athletic Trainer.
• When indicated, this responsibility must be followed by the Athletic Trainer from onset of injury, to the acquisition of a diagnosis by the Team Physician, through the conservative or surgical procedures necessary to provide the best possible outcome for the athlete, through a reconditioning program aimed at restoring the injured athlete to his/her pre-injury fitness level or a level determined by the Team Physician to allow the athlete to return to competition.
• Reads pertinent literature, attends meetings and educational classes, and participates in professional associations as appropriate.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in athletic training or related field required; Master's Degree preferred.
• Successful completion of competency-based orientation program required.
• Entry-level experience with related and progressively more responsible experience in all aspects of athletic training required.
• CRT-Athletic Trainer, Certified - BOC upon hire required; LIC-Athletic Trainer License - State of Michigan upon hire required.
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA or ARC required within 90 days.
• CRT-Strength & Conditioning Specialist, Certified (CSCS) - NSCA preferred.
• CRT-Performance Enhancement Specialization, Certified (PES) preferred.
• CRT-Functional Movement Screen, Certified (FMS) preferred.
• CRT-Kinesio Taping Practitioner, Certified (CKTP) preferred.
• LIC-Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - State of Michigan preferred; CRT-Orthopaedic Technologist, Certified (OTC) and OT-SC - NB-COT preferred.

Embedded within a community-focused sports medicine outreach program, the Athletic Trainer delivers licensed athletic training services to local schools, organized sports, and community events in compliance with applicable state laws. Working closely with supervising and team physicians, this role advances public health through injury prevention education, sports medicine consultations, and consistent documentation of patient care.

Core Functions

• Provide athletic training services to local schools, community events and/or organized sports in accordance with applicable state laws, rules and regulations.
• Provide athletic training services in accordance with established contracts.
• Perform possible clinical responsibilities based on location.
• Work closely and collaboratively with all members of the sports medicine team and supervising/team physicians.
• Provide sports medicine consultations to coaches, athletes, parents and others.
• Conduct athletic training/sports medicine workshops, as requested.
• Maintain daily treatment records and documentation on patients.
• Communicate effectively with all members of the sports medicine team, patients, family members and coaches.

Qualifications & Experience

• Current athletic training license or eligible in state of position; current certification by and in good standing with the Board of Certification required.
• CPR Certified.
• Demonstrate competency in applying the principles, methods, materials, and equipment used in athletic training.
• Strong decision and problem solving skills, interpersonal and communication skills both verbally and in writing, and the ability to interface successfully with various individuals.
• Flexibility with scheduling and willingness to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Excellent organizational and listening skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others within the business office, at the clinics, and with outside contacts.
• Ability to examine processes, policies, and problems and offer solutions.
• Ability to work in a team environment with an overall positive and supportive attitude.

Reporting to the Athletic Director, the Athletic Trainer shapes a safe and injury-conscious environment for student athletes across all practices, home games, and competitive events within a school district setting. Partnering with coaches, staff, and medical authorities, this role protects student athlete health through injury evaluation, eligibility processing, and annual safety training for coaching personnel.

Primary Duties

• Maintain punctual and regular attendance.
• Work closely with and maintain open communication with the Athletic Director to provide a safe and positive student athletic environment.
• Ensure overall athletes are tended to appropriately before, during and after all athletic events including practices.
• Work closely with coaches and staff to ensure student athletes are protected from injury and kept safe.
• Work closely with athletic department in student athlete initial athletic eligibility process.
• Be available/accessible to the greatest degree possible with respect to multiple events and activities happening simultaneously at a campus for practices and home games.
• Contact the proper authorities and assistance if a student athlete is injured outside of the trainer's expertise.
• Report any violations of policies and procedures when it comes to keeping student athletes safe.
• Manage all appropriate paperwork and reports for student athlete injuries and treatment.
• Provide annual training for coaches for basic student safety needs to include First Aid and CPR.

Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED minimum; Bachelor's Degree required.
• Valid Arizona Athletic Training Certifications and Licensures preferred; related Medical Certifications and/or Licensures required.
• Valid Arizona Driver's License required.
• Experience in evaluating injuries, taping for practices and games, and keeping student athletes' injuries minimal.
• Ability to work with staff, teachers and students at various educational levels.
• Proficient communicator with excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with all levels of district staff and a diverse community.
• Ability to work independently; organized, self-starter who prioritizes work and is dependable.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and communicate appropriately.
• Ability to build good working relationships with colleagues and staff through professional interaction; ability to meet established deadlines.

Sitting at the intersection of clinical sports medicine and NCAA-compliant athletic administration, the Athletic Trainer leads daily athletic training room operations while supervising injury rehabilitation protocols prescribed by the team physician and coordinating pre-season physical examinations for student athletes. Operating across coaching staff, medical personnel, and administrative functions, this role enables student athlete health, safety, and return to competition within a regulated intercollegiate athletics environment.

Duties

• Supervise practices including preparing athletes for practices, workouts, and games.
• Supervise the rehabilitation protocol of injured athletes as prescribed by the team physician and instruct the athlete in proper rehabilitation procedures.
• Assist coaches with organizing and implementing conditioning programs for student athletes, as well as nutritional concerns.
• Provide first aid and recovery healthcare to student athletes including assessing injuries, treatment and referral to appropriate physician.
• Assist with pre-season physical examinations and physical fitness screening.
• Coordinate the day-to-day operations of athletic training room.
• Assist with the compilation, input, organization, and maintenance of all student athlete medical records.
• Perform administrative functions related to providing health care for student athletes as needed.
• Comply with all applicable NCAA and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Athletic Training, Exercise Science with an emphasis in athletic training, or related field required.
• Must be certified by the National Trainers' Association Board and eligible to be licensed in the State of Alabama by the Alabama Board of Athletic Training.
• 0 years of experience required for Level I; Level II requires 2 years of experience; Level III requires 4 years of experience preventing, assessing and treating athletic injuries.
• Relevant education may be substituted toward experience requirement at a rate of one year per year of required experience.
• Knowledge of preventing, assessing and treating athletic injuries required.

A key member of a school district athletic medicine program, the Athletic Trainer delivers injury recognition, rehabilitation, and prevention services to professional, amateur, and recreational athletes under the direction of Senior Staff, a Sports Medicine Supervisor, and Team physicians. Collaborating across athletic directors, coaches, school nurses, and parents, this role sustains athlete safety and return-to-play outcomes while maintaining medical files and coordinating all program communications.

Functions

• Recognize, manage and rehabilitate injuries to professional, amateur and recreational athletes.
• Provide techniques for prevention of injuries.
• Work independently under the direction of Senior Staff, Sports Medicine Supervisor, and Team physicians to manage daily operations within a school district's athletic medicine program.
• Act as a point of contact to the district for communication on injury management, liaising with athletic directors, coaches, school nurses, physicians, parents, athletes and sports medicine staff as needed.
• Develop exercise programs, perform data entry/recordkeeping, assist with cleaning the facility, and monitor supplies for the athletic program.
• Evaluate and manage injuries and determine whether a referral is necessary; maintain a medical file on each athlete and act as a liaison between the physician and the athlete or athlete's parent.
• Implement treatment and rehabilitation programs under the supervision of a physician; develop functional training and conditioning programs for injured and non-injured athletes.
• Assist with cleaning the facility each night and putting equipment back in place.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent; or one to two years related experience and/or training.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current state licensure as a certified Athletic Trainer or eligible.
• National Athletic Trainer's Association (NATA) certification required.
• Basic Life Support required.
• Experience with concussion baseline testing software preferred.
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) preferred.
• Current state driver's license preferred.

Safe and accurate clinical outcomes depend on the Athletic Trainer, who performs comprehensive patient intake, physical examination, point-of-care testing, and procedure assistance for a broad range of medical and musculoskeletal conditions. Based within an outpatient clinical setting and working under the direction of a supervising physician, this role supports the development and documentation of individualized patient care plans that advance recovery and long-term well-being.

Accountabilities

• Perform appropriate patient intake for a variety of medical and musculoskeletal conditions, including thorough history, chief complaint, pain assessment, past medical history, family and social history, and medication reconciliation.
• Perform appropriate physical examination per patient history and chief complaint, including palpation, range of motion testing, strength testing, myotome/dermatome testing, ligamentous stress testing, and functional testing.
• Perform appropriate point of care testing and order appropriate diagnostic testing or follow-up care at direction of supervising physician.
• Document all aspects of evaluation and testing appropriately within the Electronic Health Record.
• Collaborate with supervising physician to develop an appropriate plan of care for treatment/interventions.
• Prepare for and assist physician with minor surgical procedures, including preparation of patient treatment site.

Technical Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in athletic training or equivalent from a CAATE accredited program required.
• NATABOC Certification (National Athletic Trainers Association-Board of Certification) required.
• Possess knowledge of the domains of athletic training: injury/illness prevention and wellness protection, clinical evaluation and diagnosis, immediate and emergency care, treatment and rehabilitation, and organizational and professional health and well-being.
• Able to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively.
• Able to communicate clearly with patients, families, visitors, healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership and others.

As the Athletic Trainer, this role delivers age-appropriate, diagnosis-specific patient care across sports medicine clinical functions including rehabilitation protocol management, daily charge documentation, and Joint Commission readiness monitoring. The sports medicine department relies on this work to maintain clinical service quality, support ancillary referrals, and sustain a culture of continuous professional growth and patient safety.

Activities

• Demonstrate clinical competence in the provision of effective service delivery appropriate to the patient's specific needs and diagnosis.
• Understand medical diagnosis and treatment interventions; follow established rehabilitation protocols based on diagnosis.
• Provide education to parents and patients in an ongoing fashion via text, phone, or email.
• Complete charge sheets on each patient and submit daily; complete documentation on a daily basis with appropriate content.
• Demonstrate effective use of time for direct and indirect patient care and departmental responsibilities.
• Demonstrate commitment to continuous professional growth and improvement.
• Deliver competent age-appropriate patient care, integrating infection control, body substance precautions, patient safety, body mechanics, and knowledge of growth and development.
• Identify patient/family need for services from ancillary departments and provide follow-up and referral as necessary.
• Participate in maintaining and monitoring the work environment to ensure a continual state of Joint Commission readiness.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field required.
• National Athletic Trainer's Association certified athletic trainer (ATC) required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• 1 year of experience in working with athletes in numerous sports required.
• Clinical competencies in treatment aspects for sports medicine patients.
• In-depth knowledge of basic training program principles for a variety of sports required.
• Good mental and physical health required.
• Must be able to successfully pass the Basic Windows Skill Assessment at 80% or higher rating within 30 days of employment.

Athletic Trainer builds comprehensive outreach sports medicine coverage for school districts and community events, delivering rehabilitative care, injury prevention education, and game-day athletic training services under the direction of the team physician. The work directly supports student athlete safety and return to competition by maintaining treatment records, coordinating physician communications, and managing program supply budgets across home, away, and tournament settings.

Operational Focus

• Act as a liaison between family physicians and specialists, the school district, athletes and their parents.
• Communicate with athletics, parents, athletic director(s), coaches and physicians regarding athletes' playing status and ability to return to competition within the bounds of confidentiality.
• Maintain accurate records of injuries and treatments; develop and maintain a budget for the athletic training program supply management.
• Maintain appropriate general treatment orders to be reviewed annually and approved by the team physician.
• Provide pre-game/practice taping and preparation; provide athletic training services for all home athletic contests and away varsity football games.
• Provide patient and community education in the areas of sports injury prevention and care; provide medical coverage at outside games, practices, and tournaments as requested.
• Perform daily stocking of clinical rooms, data collection and data entry for patient history, maintain clinic flow, and assist with patient brace/crutch fitting and product education.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or a related field required.
• Certified as an Athletic Trainer by the Board of Certification (BOC) for Athletic Trainers.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and/or CPR certification required.
• State of Colorado DORA License for Athletic Trainer required.
• Minimum of three (3) years as a certified Athletic Trainer working in a clinic or hospital environment required.
• Manages stress appropriately and works with others effectively.

The Athletic Trainer produces individualized and team-based injury mitigation, mobility, and rehabilitation programs for U.S. Soccer Youth National Team players across domestic and international training camps, working at the direction of the High Performance Director, Chief Medical Officer, and Sports Medicine Senior Manager. Working closely with Sports Science staff, team physicians, and club partners worldwide, this role advances athlete health outcomes and upholds U.S. Soccer medical data and performance standards across all YNT environments.

Key Deliverables

• Travel extensively with YNT to training camps and games both within the United States and abroad.
• Design and deliver U.S. Soccer standards in injury prevention, recognition, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation to all YNT players; evaluate and refer significant injuries and/or illnesses to the team physician, consultants, hospitals or specialists as appropriate.
• Track and develop individual and team programs for injury mitigation, mobility, and rehabilitation with all YNT players within U.S. Soccer camps and club environments.
• Ensure all medical data collected is stored and up to date in AMS and EMR platforms per U.S. Soccer standards, including nature of injury, treatment, insurance, and all medical documentation.
• Ensure all physical programming and pre/post/in-camp data are designed, stored, and disseminated per U.S. Soccer standards and timeframes.
• Work closely with high performance staff to optimize testing, screening, monitoring, and return-to-play protocols; assist Sports Science staff in camp to support athletes and inform coaches on best practices.
• Maintain medical inventory, supplies, and equipment; evaluate new technology/devices to support athlete care; build relationships with YNT clubs domestic and abroad for bilateral data sharing.
• Assist in training and supporting other medical staff; contribute to professional development, staff education, and athletic training practice across U.S. Soccer and partner institutions.

Professional Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field required; Master's Degree preferred.
• NATABOC certified athletic trainer (AT); member of NATA or similar governing body required.
• Current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (or equivalent) certification required.
• Minimum 3 years of clinical experience working within Soccer and/or other elite sport required.
• Experience working with youth players required.
• Advanced education in manual therapy, rehabilitation techniques, and applied movement analysis/biomechanics preferred.
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Suite, Electronic Medical Record Systems, and GPS or other player monitoring platforms required.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred.
• Able and willing to travel up to 50% of the year and work non-traditional hours including evenings and weekends.

Reporting to the Head Athletic Trainer, the Athletic Trainer refines injury evaluation, rehabilitation, and daily athletic training room operations for intercollegiate student athletes across assigned sport teams at the college level. Partnering with team physicians, coaches, and medical personnel, this role ensures regulatory compliance, accurate medical recordkeeping, and continuity of care that supports student athlete health and competitive readiness.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage daily athletic training room operations including sport team responsibilities, travel, and communication with coaches and student athletes of assigned teams.
• Coordinate with physicians and medical personnel on care of student-athletes.
• Maintain injury reporting, documentation, and medical charts.
• Take inventory, order, and restock clinical and clerical supplies.
• Ensure safety of patients and staff through enforcement of safety procedures.
• Maintain appropriate regulatory compliance including blood-borne pathogen training, TB testing, and other health screening requirements.
• Maintain the athletic training room and other designated sites.
• Continue education in sports medicine and maintain good standing with NATA Board of Certification.
• Perform other duties as specified by the Head Athletic Trainer.

Background & Experience

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree or significant progress toward degree in related field preferred.
• Certification and good standing with the National Athletic Trainer's Board of Certification required.
• Experience as a student or undergraduate Intern Athletic Trainer in a competitive athletic environment required.
• Additional experience as a certified athletic trainer at the professional and/or Olympic level preferred.
• Experience with advanced manual therapy skills applicable to orthopedics and sports medicine preferred.
• Proven ability to meet multiple demands in a high-volume, fast-paced clinical environment.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion with sensitive patient matters.
• Computer literacy including working knowledge of word processing programs and clinical information/appointment systems.

Sitting at the intersection of student affairs and collegiate sports medicine, the Athletic Trainer oversees athletic training room operations including injury prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and game coverage while serving as a role model for student athletes within the division. Operating across the Director of Sports Medicine, coaching staff, physicians, and external healthcare partners including Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, this role sustains student athlete well-being, NCAA compliance, and the integrity of the institution's sports medicine program.

Job Functions

• Assist the Director of Sports Medicine with the day-to-day operation of the athletic training room, including prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic related injuries, and practice and game coverage.
• Administer first aid and emergency techniques to injuries.
• Assist the Director of Sports Medicine in the maintenance of medical records, insurance forms, and other appropriate administrative duties related to the athletic training room.
• Assist the Director of Sports Medicine in developing and fostering a positive relationship with the coaching staff and student-athletes.
• Assist the Director of Sports Medicine in developing and maintaining communication with the University Health Center, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and other external healthcare resources.
• Assist with the planning and implementation to evaluate and modify appropriate strength and conditioning programs for athletes.
• Collaborate with physicians and other allied health professionals to deliver appropriate care and referrals to student-athletes.
• Provide administrative support with inventory maintenance, budget assistance, and supply ordering and restocking.
• Uphold confidentiality for student-athletes and their well-being; maintain positive relationships with all administration, coaching, and institutional personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Athletic Training from a CAATE-accredited program required.
• BOC Certification as an Athletic Trainer required; eligibility for MA licensure in Athletic Training required.
• CSCS Certification by the NSCA preferred.
• 2–5 years of athletic training experience at the college level preferred.
• Knowledge of NCAA regulations required.
• Requires afternoon, evening, and weekend hours and 10–25% travel; valid driver's license required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, parents, and a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Engage in professional development and continuing education to maintain certification standards.

Embedded within FMU's intercollegiate athletics program, the Athletic Trainer develops injury prevention, rehabilitation, and clinical coverage services while coordinating facility operations and directing athletic training interns and students within the sports medicine program. Working closely with the broader athletics department and institutional staff, this role advances student athlete health, NAIA compliance, and program quality across practices, contests, and administrative functions.

Areas of Ownership

• Assist in program development, including coordinating athletic training facility operations, coordinating with other athletic trainers, and providing direction and training to the team of athletic trainers, interns, or students.
• Provide screening, prevention, and care of sports-related injuries and conditions.
• Provide direct athletic training coverage of athletic practices and contests, including evening and weekend assignments as assigned.
• Supervise safety factors of athletic competition by ensuring the elimination of undue hazards.
• Assist injured athletes in completing and submitting insurance claims as needed.
• Participate in recruitment, as appropriate to the area of operation.
• Manage, prioritize, and complete multiple projects.
• Display behavior consistent with professional ethics and the FMU faculty and staff handbook.
• Perform miscellaneous and other job-related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training with three (3) plus years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified; Master's degree preferred.
• Certified Athletic Trainer - National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) required.
• Must maintain State of Florida Licensure with the Florida Board of Athletic Trainers.
• Compliance with all NAIA governing rules required.
• CPR and AED Certified required.
• Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
• Ability to evaluate therapeutic requirements and fit/modify therapeutic and/or protective equipment.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, LinkedIn Learning, and Jenzabar technology suite.
• Attention to detail and adaptability to a changing environment required.
• Must be able to work well with students, faculty, staff, and the community.
• Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule including nights and weekends.
• Pre-employment screening required: criminal background check and drug testing.

A key member of an integrated military performance and resiliency program, the Athletic Trainer oversees injury prevention, triage, ergonomic analysis, and physical conditioning services for service members at US Military command units. Collaborating across the EXOS team, safety leadership, and unit supervisors, this role advances physical readiness by reducing injury rates, accelerating return to duty, and delivering data-driven recommendations to senior leadership.

What You'll Do

• Design and fabricate protective pads, equipment and braces to help prevent and treat injuries, including the use of taping techniques within the Athletic Trainer's scope of practice.
• Provide instruction and guidance to help prevent injuries and maximize athlete physical conditioning and performance.
• Provide triage, first aid and/or referral to outside medical provider if indicated; maintain records of first aid care provided.
• Minimize the risk of injury of employees through awareness, education and intervention; attend and lead daily stretching routines.
• Evaluate trends in soft tissue injuries and develop action items to address injury trends; provide monthly analysis of all onsite incidents including recommendations to reduce risk and severity of injuries.
• Provide daily activity logs to the safety team and senior leadership team; provide accommodation recommendations related to job placement for employees on restrictions.
• Understand each department/job function and the body mechanics involved in every task; be actively involved with improvements to standard work processes.
• Participate in periodic meetings to review care provided to patients and identify opportunities for improvement; perform clinical and administrative tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• CPR certification required; certified to teach First Aid, CPR, AED training preferred.
• Certification as applicable per client requirements.
• Experience in an occupational setting required.
• Experience with an industrial wellness program preferred.
• Experience working with Worker's Compensation preferred.
• Management/training experience preferred.
• Computer proficiency required.
• Ability to effectively communicate information to and from appropriate individuals via strong communication skills required.

Serving as the on-site Athletic Trainer at the Dalton School and reporting directly to the Head Athletic Trainer and Director of Athletics and Physical Education, this role advances athlete health through injury prevention, care, and accurate medical recordkeeping across all athletic contests and practices. The Dalton School's athletic program depends on this work to maintain NATA standards, support coaching staff with medical and sports participation documentation, and provide physical education instruction to high school and middle school students.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Serve as an on-site athletic trainer for athletic contests and practices at all locations.
• Administer prevention and care to all Dalton athletes.
• Maintain accurate medical records and accident reports.
• Communicate daily with the head athletic trainer, coaches, and athletic administration.
• Work with the head athletic trainer in reviewing medical and sports participation forms.
• Teach high school and middle school physical education classes as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training preferred.
• BOC Certification required.
• Experience as an athletic trainer preferred.
• Must be available from 10:30 am to 6:30 pm approximately with the possibility of weekend games and later evenings as needed.
• Strong communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, and a flexible schedule required.