Athletic Trainer (Certified)

We are looking for a dedicated Athletic Trainer who will be invested in the success of our athletes. The Athletic Trainer will work with medical professionals and coaches to evaluate athletes' condition, establish plans for diet, fitness, and treatment, and track progress towards health and fitness goals. You should be motivated to assist athletes, coaches, and families realize their potential and possess a strong understanding of sports-related injuries and treatments. This position is going to involve work approximately 75% of the time at our outpatient clinic setting and 25% of the time during special community events on weekday evenings and some Saturdays.

To be a successful Athletic Trainer at Kinetic, you should be committed to ensuring athletes accomplish their health and fitness goals and receive the proper training and treatment. You should be caring, knowledgeable, and passionate about the success of your athletes. A critical component of this position is partnering with our multidisciplinary team of Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Massage Therapists, Personal Trainers, and Nutritionist.

Athletic Trainer Responsibilities:

• Working with coaches, athletes, and medical professionals to evaluate the player's condition.
• Creating exercise and basic nutrition plans.
• Speaking to coaches, family members, and athletes to set health and fitness goals.
• Designing training and rehabilitation programs for athletes and non-athletes.
• Using knowledge of sports-related injuries to diagnose and treat athletes and non-athletes
• Referring athletes to another doctor or other medical staff members.
• Assisting and monitoring injured individuals as they heal and progress towards recovery.
• Maintaining records relating to athlete condition and training, diet, and treatment plans.
• Implement the use of recovery tools and modalities such as cryotherapy, compression therapy, instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization and more.
• Coordinate Athletic Combine Testing at Kinetic and in the community
• Develop and maintain relationships with local partners to ensure the continued success and relevance of our athletic programs.
• Handling clerical tasks, such as maintaining inventory, assisting with budgets, or restocking supplies.

Athletic Trainer Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in athletic training and a valid state license or certification.
• Proven education and experience in rehab and recovery.
• Strong understanding of the challenges athletes face, proper nutrition, sports injuries, and treatment options.
• Understanding of first-aid treatments, massage, and physical therapy techniques and equipment.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and attentive.
• Excellent interpersonal, problem solving, decision making, and communication skills.

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