Certified Athletic Trainer

Agupdate; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Optimyzed Movement & Recovery is seeking a proactive Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) to join our direct-access clinic in Durham, NC. Enjoy no travel, predictable hours, and a strong work-life balance while delivering hands-on athletic care.

We value an athlete-first mindset and require BOC certification with NC licensure eligibility, 2+ years of clinical experience, and a Master’s/Doctoral in AT or related field. Competitive annual compensation plus incentive opportunities.

Qualifications

• BOC certification required.
• Eligible for licensure as Athletic Trainer in North Carolina.
• 2+ years of clinical experience; diverse settings welcome.
• Master's or Doctoral degree in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate with movement assessments to guide care.
• Deliver hands-on care including manual therapy, dry needling after hire.
• Guide recovery using tools and individualized goals.
• Create home exercise plans for injury prevention and rehab.
• Support lifestyle planning and sustainable movement habits.

Skills

BOC certification

NC licensure

Clinical experience

Master's/Doctoral

Technology fluency

Interpersonal skills

Athlete-first mindset

Education

Master's/Doctoral in AT

Job description

Join a direct-access practice with no travel, predictable hours, and real work-life balance + $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Check out our clinic: www.optimyzed.life

About Us

Optimyzed Movement & Recovery is an athletic wellness clinic built for people who value physical activity. We blend expert movement care with advanced recovery tools and practical lifestyle planning to support active lifestyles. We are an athletic trainer-forward practice, providing direct access care to our community.

We've built a model that supports a sustainable career in athletic training. With no travel and fewer of the personal demands traditionally associated with the profession, you can focus on delivering great care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Position Overview

We are seeking a proactive, high-energy Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) with a passion for hands-on care to join our team in this emerging care model. You'll have the opportunity to use your full clinical scope and expertise to support a broad spectrum of everyday athletes.

Key Clinical Responsibilities

• Assessment & Evaluation: Perform physical evaluations and movement assessments to guide personalized care.
• Manual Therapy: Deliver hands-on care using cupping, IASTM, stretching, joint mobilizations, and dry needling.
• Dry needling certification can be completed after hire.
• Recovery Strategies: Guide members in the use of recovery tools based on their clinical presentation and individual goals.
• Home Exercise Planning: Create customized programs to support injury prevention, rehabilitation, return to activity, and long-term movement health.
• Lifestyle Planning: Help members build sustainable habits that complement their clinical care.

Qualifications and Skills

• Certification: Current Board of Certification (BOC) certification as an Athletic Trainer required.
• Licensure: Eligible for licensure as an Athletic Trainer in North Carolina.
• Experience: 2+ years of clinical experience; experience across a variety of settings is welcome.
• Education: Master's or Doctoral degree in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, or a related field.
• Technology: Comfortable using technology as part of the care experience.
• Relationship Skills: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to educate, motivate, and build trust with members.
• Mindset: An athlete-first approach with a passion for expanding opportunities for athletic trainers to deliver care in emerging settings.

Position Details & Pay

Location: Durham, NC

Employment Type: Independent Contractor

Travel Requirements: None

Annual Compensation: $60,000 to $70,000 per year

Incentive Compensation: Eligible for performance-based compensation

Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.