Job Description
Job Description
Athletic Trainer – PRN Position – Supports Multiple Locations in Greater Raleigh Area
Join One of the Region’s Leading Orthopaedic Teams as an Athletic Trainer!
Step into a role where your expertise directly supports athlete safety, performance, and recovery. We’re seeking a dedicated and proactive Athletic Trainer to provide on-site athletic training services and collaborate closely with our sports medicine and orthopaedic care teams.
Why You’ll Love It Here:
- Support a top-tier team of orthopaedic physicians, physical therapists, and sports medicine professionals
- Make a meaningful impact through injury prevention, immediate care, and return-to-play support
- Thrive in a fast-paced, athlete-focused environment
- Be part of a collaborative culture that values clinical excellence, teamwork, and professional growth
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide on-site athletic training services for local athletic events, including high school practices and competitions
- Deliver immediate injury assessment, emergency care, and first aid during athletic events
- Implement injury prevention strategies, including taping, bracing, and warm-up/cool-down protocols
- Coordinate care and communicate effectively with physical therapists, physicians, coaches, school personnel, athletes, and families
- Support return-to-play decisions in alignment with physician protocols and best practices
- Document injuries, treatments, and incident reports in accordance with company, state, and regulatory standards
- Educate athletes, parents, and coaches on injury prevention, rehabilitation compliance, and safe participation
- Maintain compliance with state licensure requirements, NATA standards, and company policies
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or related field required
- Current state Athletic Trainer licensure (or eligibility) required
- CPR and First Aid certifications required
- CSCS through the NSCA preferred
- Experience providing on-site coverage for athletic events preferred
- Strong clinical decision-making and emergency response skills
- Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, high-pressure environment