High School Head Athletic Trainer

Intune Physical Therapy; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Other supplemental insurance policies

401(k) plus company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Intune Physical Therapy is hiring an athletic trainer to work at a Johnston County high school, launching the athletic training program in partnership with EPIC PT. The ATC will follow the signed physician protocol and comply with state and national requirements, with duties including coverage at home events and proper documentation.

The role requires flexible hours, adherence to HIPAA and OSHA standards, and coordination with school athletic directors and EPIC Physical Therapy leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a CAATE-accredited college or university.
• Maintain current state licensure in North Carolina.
• Maintain CPR/Emergency Cardiac Care certification.
• Experience in middle/high school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage athletic training coverage for high school athletics (and occasional middle school).
• Develop sport- and venue-specific conditioning and return-to-sport protocols.
• Maintain accurate documentation for treatments and injuries; ensure HIPAA/OSHA compliance.
• Coordinate annual required athletic physicals and IMPACT testing; supervise athlete clearance.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

HIPAA compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training (CAATE-accredited program)

Job description

EPIC PT has built a strong reputation in the Raleigh area for thoughtful, patient-centered physical therapy rooted in strong clinical relationships and high-quality care. As part of Intune Physical Therapy, EPIC PT is supported by a broader organization that invests in clinicians, strengthens local operations, and helps teams continue delivering excellent care without losing what makes their clinic unique.

You will be employed by Intune Physical Therapy and work locally under the EPIC PT brand.

EPIC Physical Therapy is hiring an athletic trainer to be working at one of the local charter schools with a traditional calendar in Johnston County. ATC will be helping with the inaugural year and helping launch the athletic training program. The Athletic Trainer must perform within their scope of practice and the signed protocol of the partnering physician. ATC is required to follow both state and national requirements, ethics and laws, all coverage responsibilities must be in compliance with NCHSAA and state/county requirements. Position is employed by EPIC and contracted with American Leadership Academy to work directly with the Athletic Director of each school. There is no teaching requirement, but will be an option for additional pay. This is not an all inclusive summary of the job title.

Duties & Responsibilities Include

• Establish an effective athletic training program for the high school athletics and occasional middle school coverage
• Establishing and following sport specific and venue specific protocols to ensure proper conditioning, return to sport and EAP specifics.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation for all treatment and injuries as well as communications
• Comply with all HIPAA and OSHA standards
• Provide coverage at home events and practices from the beginning of the fall sport season to the conclusion of the spring season.
• Maintain a direct line of contact with EPIC Physical Therapy business supervisor and the designated orthopedic practice and athletic director
• Complete ordering and stocking for necessary inventory for the safety of the school athletes
• Communicate clearly with parents for precautions, things to look out for, and the condition of each athlete/injury.
• Coordinate the annual required athletic physicals and IMPACT testing, supervise the clearance of injured athletes prior to and during the sport seasons within appropriate time frames
• Maintain communication with parents on the care & treatment of their student-athlete.
• Oversee the ordering of supplies and equipment pertaining to the athletic training room and maintain an up to date inventory.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate the hours of the athletics at the school. This job will require physical and time demands standard in athletic training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a CAATE accredited college or university
• Maintain current state licensure in accordance with the North Carolina Board of Athletic Trainer Examiners
• Maintain current certification and continuing education requirements required to maintain licensure and certification.
• Maintain current certification in CPR/Emergency Cardiac Care.
• Job related experience within a middle school / high school setting is preferred.

Benefits

• Health insurance401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Other supplemental insurance policies available
• 401(k) plus company match
• Paid time off

Medical Specialty

• Sports Medicine

Schedule

• Monday to Friday, some nights and weekends as needed

Ability To Commute/relocate

• Smithfield, NC 27577: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

About Intune Physical Therapy

Intune Physical Therapy is a growing, family-owned organization who partners with strong local clinics and supports them with the systems, resources, and leadership needed to grow while preserving the relationships and clinical identity that made them successful. Our belief is simple: great care starts with personal connection. We want clinicians to do meaningful work, patients to receive excellent care, and local teams to feel supported for the long term.

Join EPIC PT and Intune Physical Therapy, and help us continue building something special for patients, clinicians, and the Raleigh community.