Athletic Trainer – Sports Medicine & Return-to-Play

Ascension Health; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 49,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ascension is seeking an Athletic Trainer in Waco, TX within Providence Ortho Sports Medicine. This role offers Day Shift and PRN opportunities to support athlete rehabilitation and performance.

You will assess and manage treatment programs, develop conditioning and nutrition plans, and maintain detailed medical records while coordinating with physicians and sports performance staff to prepare athletes for practices and events in compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Athletic Trainer credentialed from the Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers within 6 months of hire date.
• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire date; AHA or Red Cross accepted.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage comprehensive treatment and rehabilitation programs to ensure safe and timely athlete return-to-play.
• Develop customized, safe conditioning and nutrition plans for all athletes to optimize performance and prevent injury.
• Evaluate and manage injuries, maintaining meticulous medical documentation and acting as the primary liaison between the athlete, physician, and sports performance staff.
• Prepare athletes for all practices and competitions by adhering to all regulatory guidelines and team schedules in collaboration with sports performance staff.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

Ascension is seeking an Athletic Trainer in Waco, TX within Providence Ortho Sports Medicine. This role offers Day Shift and PRN opportunities to support athlete rehabilitation and performance.

You will assess and manage treatment programs, develop conditioning and nutrition plans, and maintain detailed medical records while coordinating with physicians and sports performance staff to prepare athletes for practices and events in compliance with regulations.