What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer – Travel Academy Basketball position at F.I.T. Muscle and Joint Clinic?
Position Type: Full-Time
FIT Muscle & Joint Clinic is seeking a motivated, passionate, and team-oriented Athletic Trainer to provide comprehensive sports medicine services for a high-level travel basketball academy. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with elite youth athletes while being part of a progressive sports medicine team dedicated to keeping athletes healthy, performing at their best, and returning safely to competition.
The Athletic Trainer will be responsible for injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and emergency care throughout the team's 9-month competitive season. During the offseason, the Athletic Trainer will provide athletic training coverage for additional schools, teams, community events, and clinic outreach opportunities.
Position Responsibilities
Position Responsibilities
Team Coverage
- Provide athletic training coverage for team practices throughout the week.
- Provide on-site medical coverage for all scheduled games and tournaments.
- Travel with the team for out-of-town competitions as required.
- Evaluate, treat, and manage athletic injuries during practices and competitions.
- Make return-to-play recommendations in collaboration with physicians and coaching staff.
- Communicate effectively with athletes, parents, coaches, physicians, and clinic staff regarding injuries and rehabilitation plans.
- Maintain accurate injury documentation and treatment records.
Training Room Responsibilities
- Provide athletic training services during scheduled training room/clinic hours.
- Assist with injury evaluations, rehabilitation programs, therapeutic exercise, and recovery services.
- Collaborate with physical therapists, chiropractors, physicians, and other healthcare providers to deliver comprehensive patient care.
- Assist with community outreach, sports performance initiatives, and injury prevention education.
Offseason Responsibilities
Following the basketball season, the Athletic Trainer will continue full-time employment by providing athletic training services for additional athletic programs, community sporting events, outreach initiatives, and other clinic coverage opportunities.
Following the basketball season, the Athletic Trainer will continue full-time employment by providing athletic training services for additional athletic programs, community sporting events, outreach initiatives, and other clinic coverage opportunities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Athletic Training.
- BOC Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC).
- Eligible for state licensure.
- Current CPR/AED certification.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to travel for tournaments and team events.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills.
- Passion for working with high-level athletes in a collaborative sports medicine environment.
Benefits
FIT Muscle & Joint Clinic is committed to investing in our team by offering a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan & company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Continuing Education (CEU) reimbursement/support
- Professional liability insurance coverage
- Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship
- Collaborative, team-focused work environment
Why FIT Muscle & Joint Clinic?
At FIT Muscle & Joint Clinic, we believe exceptional athlete care begins with exceptional providers. Our team works together to deliver evidence-based care that helps athletes recover, perform, and thrive. This position offers the unique opportunity to build relationships with a competitive travel basketball organization while practicing in a multidisciplinary sports medicine setting.
If you are passionate about sports medicine, enjoy working with competitive athletes, and are looking to join a growing and dynamic team, we'd love to hear from you.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.