Athletic Trainer Orthopaedic Surgery and PM&R

Tufts Medicine; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts Medicine is seeking an Athletic Trainer to evaluate and manage athletic injuries, develop rehab plans, and support safe return-to-activity across clinical and community settings in the Boston area.

The role collaborates with physicians, therapists, and schools to deliver high-quality patient-centered care, maintain documentation, and participate in program improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or related field required.
• BOC Certification or eligibility required.
• Mass State Licensure in Athletic Training required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide prevention, evaluation, and management of athletic injuries and general medical conditions.
• Perform comprehensive injury and illness assessments including orthopedic and functional evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment and rehabilitation programs based on evidence-based practice.
• Deliver immediate and emergency care including first aid, CPR, and injury stabilization.
• Collaborate with physicians, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care.
• Determine readiness for return to activity and assist with safe return-to-play decisions.
• Provide medical coverage for practices, events, or assigned clinical settings as required.
• Lead injury prevention programming including conditioning, flexibility, and education initiatives.
• Educate patients, athletes, families, and staff on injury prevention and overall health.
• Maintain accurate, timely medical documentation in EMR and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Monitor and manage medical supplies and equipment inventory.
• Support outreach services to schools and community programs; liaise with outreach sites.
• Participate in program development, quality improvement, and departmental projects.
• Assist with scheduling, reporting, and stakeholder communication.
• Engage in continuing education to maintain certification and stay current with best practices.
• Contribute to a positive team environment through collaboration and shared care responsibilities.

Skills

Applied Knowledge

Clinical Assessment

Decision Making

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s in Athletic Training

BOC Certification or Eligible

Massachusetts Athletic Training License

BLS Certification

AED Certification

Job description

Job Profile Summary

This role focuses on assessing the needs of patients who have physical, mental, or emotional disabilities and delivering therapy services to improve their developmental, physical or cognitive impairment. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Athletic Trainer related duties: Evaluates, prevents, and manages musculoskeletal injuries and medical conditions. Develops rehabilitation programs and ensures safe return to activities. A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs. The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education. An entry level role that applies broad theoretical job knowledge typically obtained through advanced education. May require the following proficiency: work is closely supervised, problems faced are not typically difficult or complex, and explains facts, policies and practices related to job area.

Job Overview

This role provides patient-centered care in collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support optimal outcomes and safe return to activity. The position may work across clinical and community settings, including outpatient clinics, hospitals, and affiliated schools or organizations, delivering high-quality care, injury management, and health education. Responsibilities include injury assessment, development and implementation of rehabilitation programs, emergency response, and documentation in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards. This position supports organizational goals through effective communication, care coordination, and participation in program development, outreach initiatives, and continuous quality improvement efforts. This position will comply with the policy and procedures of the department, organization, and JCAHO requirements. This position may work with high school students at their training facilities or on the field and will follow all applicable school policies.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or related field
• Board of Certification (BOC) for Athletic Trainers OR must be eligible.
• Mass State Licensed in Athletic Training
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certified

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Athletic Training or related field.
• One (1) year of experience as an Athletic Trainer.
• Bilingual.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

• Provides prevention, evaluation, and management of athletic injuries and general medical conditions
• Performs comprehensive injury and illness assessments, including orthopedic and functional evaluations
• Develops and implements individualized treatment and rehabilitation programs based on evidence-based practice
• Delivers immediate and emergency care, including first aid, CPR, and injury stabilization
• Collaborates with physicians, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and optimize outcomes
• Determines readiness for return to activity and assist with safe return-to-play/work decisions
• Provides medical care for practices, events, or assigned clinical settings as required
• Conducts injury prevention programming, including conditioning, flexibility, and education initiatives
• Educates patients, athletes, families, and staff on injury prevention, recovery, and overall health and wellness
• Maintains accurate, timely, and compliant medical documentation in electronic medical records
• Ensures adherence to organizational policies, state regulations, and professional practice standards
• Monitors and maintains inventory of medical supplies and equipment
• Supports outreach initiatives, including services to schools, community programs, or partner organizations
• Serves as a liaison between the organization and assigned outreach sites (e.g., schools, teams, or community groups)
• Participates in program development, quality improvement initiatives, and departmental projects
• Assists with administrative duties such as scheduling, reporting, and communication with stakeholders
• Participates in continuing education to maintain certification and stay current with best practices
• Contributes to a positive team environment through collaboration, flexibility, and shared care responsibilities

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for extended periods during clinical care and event coverage
• Ability to lift, carry, and move equipment and supplies (typically up to 50 lbs)
• Ability to assist with patient handling, including lifting, positioning, and transferring individuals of varying sizes and mobility levels
• Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to respond to emergencies and provide on-site care in various environments (e.g., fields, courts, clinics)
• Ability to kneel, crouch, bend, and perform manual therapy techniques and injury evaluations
• Adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity to perform clinical assessments, operate equipment, and complete documentation
• Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, including indoor clinical settings and outdoor venues with exposure to heat, cold, and inclement weather
• Ability to travel between locations, including outreach sites such as schools or community facilities

Skills & Abilities

• Applied Knowledge: Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of medical conditions, injury prevention, and rehabilitation practices
• Clinical Assessment: Ability to perform accurate evaluations and collaborate effectively with physicians and other healthcare professionals
• Decision-Making: Utilizes critical thinking to make independent, sound clinical decisions regarding assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and return-to-activity in accordance with state licensure guidelines
• Attention to Detail: Maintains thorough and accurate injury tracking, documentation, and medical records

At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.

Pay Range

$51,281.05 - $64,096.04

based on full-time equivalent