Athletic Trainer - Labor Pool

Riverside Health; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Riverside Wellness Center in Newport News, VA is seeking an Athletic Trainer for labor pool coverage. This part-time role involves off-site event coverage, education on injury prevention, and collaboration with a multi-disciplinary sports medicine team to deliver high-quality care at schools or practice sites.

The position emphasizes prevention, assessment, treatment, and reconditioning of athletic injuries, with supervision under the Director of Sports Physical Therapy & Performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health education, athletic training, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred for advanced roles.
• 1 year athletic training experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Builds trusting collaborative relationships with a multi-disciplinary team to support patient care.
• Participates in training and support of team members, volunteers and students.
• Performs athletic injury prevention, assessment, treatment, and reconditioning per NATA/BOC guidelines.
• Maintains cost-conscious supply usage and participates in equipment evaluations for cost savings.
• Supports outreach and education on injury prevention and wellness in the community.

Skills

CPR/BLS Certification

Team Collaboration

On-site event coverage

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Health Education / Athletic Training

Master's Degree in Health Education (Preferred)

Job description

Athletic Trainer - Labor Pool# Careers## Athletic Trainer - Labor PoolApply: Riverside Wellness Center - Peninsula - Newport News, Virginia: Part time: Posted Today: 2026-038813Newport News, Virginia**Hiring Range**$34.00 - $35.00/HourlyActual pay is determined by program, work commitment and business needs **Overview** An Athletic Trainer is required to be flexible with daily scheduling and will be required to work primarily off-site for sporting event coverage. An athletic trainer is supervised by the Director of Sports Physical Therapy & Performance. The athletic trainer will be able to demonstrate an ability to perform the following functions regarding athletic injuries: prevention, assessment, treatment, (including first aide) and reconditioning as set forth by the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) and Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (BOC). The primary responsibilities of the athletic trainer are to educate the public on injury prevention, rehabilitation, wellness and other health-related issues; and to maintain the highest standards of care and integrity. The primary location of work will include school, or university treatment headquarters; or at practice or game sites. Outside of the primary duties, the athletic trainer may also provide assistance with Outpatient Physical Therapy and Sports Performance. Within the Outpatient Therapy clinics, the athletic trainer would assist with patient care to improve overall efficiency, quality, and patient experience in the clinic as needed. The athletic trainer may assist Sports Performance with the design and/or execution of individual and/or small group instruction for that clientele. **What you will do** * Builds trusting collaborative relationships with a multi-disciplinary team to support patient care needs. Collaborates appropriately with other disciplines to develop, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.* Participates positively in the training and support of all team members, volunteers and students as needed. Proactively participates in and provides feedback to team members/learners.* Demonstrates the ability to perform the following functions regarding athletic injuries: prevention, assessment, treatment, and reconditioning as set forth by the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) and Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC). Maintains a level of skill and expertise consistent with the latest theory and techniques.* Demonstrates consistent fiscal accountability by providing recommendations and participating in supply utilization changes that support cost containment. Participates and provides feedback in new equipment/product evaluations; identifies and recommends solutions for cost savings and waste reduction.* Promotes a healthy community through participation in sports performance, educational offerings, pre-season physicals, screenings, health fairs, and other health promotion opportunities.* Demonstrates the ability to design and implement prevention programs and the ability to provide appropriate injury recognition, evaluation, and immediate care. Effectively participates in rehabilitation and reconditioning of injuries and completes appropriate documentation and follow-up communication in a timely manner.* Demonstrates reliability and persistence in following through with assignments on schedule.* Works closely with other members of sports medicine team to determine opportunities for increasing referrals within RHS, capturing additional customers, and growing the sports medicine program. **Qualifications** **Education** * Bachelors Degree, Health Education, Athletic Training, or related field (Required)* Masters Degree, Health Education (Preferred) **Experience** * 1 year Athletic training (Preferred) **Licenses and Certifications** * Athletic Trainer (ATC) - Board of Certification Inc (BOC) Upon Hire(Required)* CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days(Required)To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.