Assistant Athletic Trainer (ATC)

Job Overview

The Assistant Athletic Trainer/Therapist assists the Head Athletic Trainer/Therapist in managing the day-to-day sports medicine operations for the Club. In this capacity, the Assistant Athletic Trainer/Therapist provides injury prevention strategies, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation for Players' medical problems. The Assistant Athletic Trainer/Therapist works under the direction and supervision of the Head Athletic Trainer/Therapist, and Club Chief Medical Officer. The Assistant Athletic Trainer/Therapist will assume the duties of the Head Athletic Trainer/Therapist in the event the Head Athletic Trainer/Therapist is unable to or at the discretion of the Head Athletic Trainer/Therapist and/or Club Chief Medical Officer. The Assistant Athletic Trainer/Therapist can be part-time/contractor or shared between the MLS NEXT Pro team and other team(s) within the Club.

Licenses or Certifications

NATABOC (or CATA) Certified Athletic Trainer/Therapist

In good standing with NATABOC

State or Province License in the state/province in which the Club calls home, if required by the state/province

CPR certification for Health Care Provider

Maintain personal professional liability insurance

Preferred certification: CSCS, PES, LMT, and/or NREMT, Certified Performance Sport Specialist (CPSS) Educational Experience

Minimum four (4) year bachelor's degree

Preferred Master's degree in related healthcare field Work Experience

Minimum one (1) year certified athletic trainer/therapist experience

Soccer experience preferred Duties and Responsibilities

Working in collaboration with the Medical Staff and under the supervision of the CMO:

Manages the healthcare of Players including, but not limited to: first aid/emergency care, on-site injury evaluation, application of appropriate modalities, development of rehabilitation and prevention programs, as well as conducting rehabilitation and making medical referrals

Maintain a complete and up to date roster of Player health and participation records in the Club electronic medical record (EMR) system

Order and maintain inventory supplies and clinical equipment

Keep athletic training room and clinic area safe, clean, and organized

Help the Club Medical Staff regarding Player's health and safety

Comply with all MLS NEXT Pro medical policies and protocols

Comply with OSHA standards with regards to blood borne pathogens

Attend all activities/meetings/programs as required by the League

Perform other duties as assigned or required Compensation

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.

Health, dental, and vision insurance.

Additional benefits, including game tickets, team merchandise, and participation in team events.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.