Athletic Trainer for Student-Athletes – Injury Prevention

Watauga Orthopaedics PLC; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Watauga Orthopaedics is seeking an Athletic Trainer to support middle school and high school student-athletes. The role provides injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and emergency care across practices and games.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelors or Masters in Athletic Training, be BOC certified, and hold active state licensure, CPR/AED, and First Aid credentials. Evening and weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Athletic Training or related field.
• BOC Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)
• Current state licensure/certification to practice as an Athletic Trainer
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification required
• Previous experience working with middle school or high school athletes preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as required by athletic schedules

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site athletic training coverage for practices, games, and school-sponsored athletic events
• Evaluate athletic injuries and develop appropriate treatment and rehabilitation plans
• Coordinate care and referrals with physicians, parents, coaches, and other healthcare professionals
• Maintain accurate medical records and injury documentation
• Develop and implement injury prevention and conditioning programs
• Oversee concussion management protocols and return-to-play procedures
• Ensure compliance with state, school, and athletic association regulations
• Maintain athletic training facilities, equipment, and medical supplies
• Educate student-athletes on injury prevention, nutrition, hydration, and wellness
• Assist with emergency action planning and first aid response

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Athletic Training or related field

Tools

BOC Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)

State licensure/certification to practice as an Athletic Trainer

CPR/AED and First Aid certification

Job description

Watauga Orthopaedics is seeking an Athletic Trainer to support middle school and high school student-athletes. The role provides injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and emergency care across practices and games.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelors or Masters in Athletic Training, be BOC certified, and hold active state licensure, CPR/AED, and First Aid credentials. Evening and weekend availability is required.