Athletic Trainer – Performance Testing Specialist (Maple St)

OrthoNebraska; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoNebraska is seeking an Athletic Trainer – Performance Testing Specialist to perform objective strength, movement, and functional assessments using approved testing technologies. You will analyze data to identify impairments and provide evidence-based recommendations to patients and care teams.

Role emphasizes rehab progression, return-to-sport decisions, and collaboration with physicians, therapists, trainers, and performance staff.

Qualifications

• Certified Athletic Trainer or related field required.
• ATC certification preferred; NATA BOC preferred or related certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 60 days of hire.
• 1+ years’ experience in Athletic Training preferred.
• Experience performing biomechanical assessments, movement analysis, strength testing, or sports performance services preferred.
• Experience utilizing objective testing technologies such as Biodex, force plates, motion capture systems or wearables preferred.
• Strong understanding of biomechanics, human movement, musculoskeletal rehab, and sports performance principles.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and communicate objective performance data.
• Ability to educate patients, athletes, providers, and rehab professionals.

Responsibilities

• Performs objective strength, movement and functional performance assessments with approved testing technologies.
• Analyzes movement patterns to identify impairments and improvement opportunities.
• Generates detailed reports and actionable recommendations for patients and staff.
• Supports rehab progression and return-to-sport decisions through objective testing.
• Participates in the Return-to-Sport/VBE initiatives to advance testing and movement analysis.
• Ensures testing supports clinical decision making and injury prevention.
• Assists with program development and growth; monitors outcomes and quality initiatives.
• Contributes to research and data collection for outcomes tracking.
• Provides education and mentorship to students, staff, and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Biomechanics

Data analysis

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Education

Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)

BLS within 60 days

NATA BOC certification preferred

Tools

Biodex

Force plates

Motion capture

Wearable technology

Job description

OrthoNebraska creates the inspired healthcare experience all people deserve by giving people a direct path to personalized care and life-enhancing outcomes. With a focus on safety and people, we set the bar high in providing high-quality care with an unmatched experience. Our team members are critical to our success and growth and are rewarded for their dedication and hard work. IF this sounds like the type of team and environment you want to be a part of apply today!Position SummaryThe Athletic Trainer – Performance Testing Specialist provides objective testing and outcomes reporting services to support evidence-based rehabilitation. This role collaborates closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, physical therapists, athletic trainers, sports performance specialists, and other rehabilitation professionals to improve patient outcomes, and support safe return to activityHours/Schedule: 40 / Five (5) 8-Hour shifts, between 7a - 7pEducation: Certified Athletic Trainer or related field required.Licensure: Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) preferred.Certification: National Certification by NATA BOC (Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers) preferred or other related certificationBasic Life Support (BLS) required within 60 days of hire.Experience: 1+ years’ experience Athletic Training preferred.Experience performing biomechanical assessments, movement analysis, strength testing, performance testing, rehabilitation, or sports performance services preferred.Experience utilizing objective testing technologies such as Biodex, force plates, motion capture systems, wearable technology, or similar assessment tools preferred.Required Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesStrong understanding of biomechanics, human movement, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and sports performance principles.Ability to collect, analyze, and communicate objective performance and testing data.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to educate patients, athletes, providers, and rehabilitation professionals.Strong team orientation and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.Ability to utilize technology and data analytics to support clinical decision making.Ability to collaborate effectively with referring providers and community partners.Essential Job FunctionsPerforms objective strength, movement and functional performance assessments utilizing approved testing technologies.Analyzes movement patterns and performance data to identify impairments and opportunities for performance improvement.Generates detailed reports and provides actionable recommendations to patients, providers, therapists, athletic trainers, and sports performance staff, coordinating care to improve patient outcomes.Supports rehabilitation progression and return-to-sport/activity decision making through objective testing and outcomes measurement.Participates in the OrthoNebraska Return-to-Sport/Activity Value-Based Enterprise (VBE) supporting the advancement of testing and movement analysis services.Ensures testing services support clinical decision making, injury prevention and return-to-sport/activity clearance.Assists with program development and growth, monitoring outcomes and promoting, quality improvement initiatives.Contributes to research, data collection, outcome tracking, and evidence-based practice initiatives.Provides education and mentorship to students, staff, and healthcare professionals.Responsible for all other duties assigned.Physical requirementsThis position is classified as Medium Work in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles, requiring the exertion of 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.Must be able to pass background check. We also conduct pre-employment physical and drug testing. Any job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical with a drug screen, background check and obtaining active licensures per job requirements.