Head Athletic Trainer

Job Overview

The Head Athletic Trainer/Therapist will manage the day-to-day sports medicine operations for an MLS NEXT Pro Club. In this capacity, the Head Athletic Trainer/Therapist will provide injury prevention strategies, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for Players' medical problems. The performance of duties will be under the direction and supervision of the MLS NEXT Pro Chief Medical Officer and the designated Club Chief Medical Officer.

The Head Athletic Trainer/Therapist will work closely with the Head Coach and/or Chief Soccer Officer/General Manager/Director of Soccer Operations daily. A year-round employee, the Athletic Trainer/Therapist will attend all training, scrimmages and home games. The Head Athletic Trainer/Therapist must be dedicated to MLS NEXT Pro team activities full-time.

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 professional liability insurance

Prefer certification: CSCS, PES, LMT, and/or NREMT. Certified Performance Sport Specialist (CPSS).

Preferred HIPAA compliant Course and Health Information Certification. PIPEDA compliance training preferred for Canadian Clubs. GDPR compliance recommended for all Clubs. Educational Experience

Minimum four (4) year college/university bachelor's degree

Preferred Master's degree or higher in related healthcare field Work Experience

Minimum two (2) years certified athletic trainer/therapist experience

Experience working in a high tempo, high stress environment

Soccer experience preferred

Preferred Proficiency in Microsoft applications and knowledge of current technologies Head Athletic Trainer/Therapist Primary 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

Comply with OSHA standards regarding blood borne pathogens

Order, maintain, and inventory supplies and clinical equipment

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

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

Electronically document accurate first report of injury, physician diagnosis, Player assessments, Player treatments, and return to play dates

Initiate insurance/worker's compensation claims for Players

Compile reports as required by the League

Help the Club Medical Staff regarding Player health and safety

Under the direction of the Club physicians, assist with the organization and maintenance of pharmaceutical inventory and records

Organize physical examinations as required by League regulations

Supervise Assistant Athletic Trainer/Therapist(s), medical interns, and volunteers as applicable and/as outlined in MLS NEXT Pro Medical Manual

Demonstrate interpersonal skills required to work effectively with Players, coaches, other Club personnel and League staff

Manage all incoming medical data streams (e.g., physiological, injury prevention) in the League provided EMR

Collaborate with Strength and Conditioning/Performance on data collected for athlete health and safety measures

Comply with all League medical policies and protocols

Consult with Players regarding dietary needs, nutritional supplements, and League/FIFA banned substances

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

Perform other duties as assigned or required by the League 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.