Athletic Trainer Outreach: Rehab, Prevention & Games

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems is seeking an Athletic Trainer Outreach professional to provide day‑to‑day athletic training services for a local sports team. The role includes assessing, treating and reconditioning athletes, and implementing prevention/education programs.

The athletic trainer will attend home and away games as agreed with head coaches and athletic directors, while maintaining NATA and CPR certifications and adhering to BOC standards.

Qualifications

• Licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia as an Athletic Trainer or eligible.
• National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) Board of Certification (BOC).
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct prevention, assessment, treatment and reconditioning of athletic injuries per NATA‑BOC standards.
• Demonstrates taping, strapping, bracing and equipment fitting.
• Carry out prescribed treatments and physician recommendations.
• Maintain NATA and CPR certification as required by institutions.
• Cover pre‑season physicals, games and related events under program manager supervision.
• Assess athlete status by interpreting data and applying growth/development knowledge.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a CAATE-accredited athletic training education program

Master's Degree in a CAATE-accredited athletic training education program

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems is seeking an Athletic Trainer Outreach professional to provide day‑to‑day athletic training services for a local sports team. The role includes assessing, treating and reconditioning athletes, and implementing prevention/education programs.

The athletic trainer will attend home and away games as agreed with head coaches and athletic directors, while maintaining NATA and CPR certifications and adhering to BOC standards.