Lead Major League Athletic Trainer — Health & Performance

Washington Nationals; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D

Short- and long-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) and pension plan

Complimentary Nationals tickets

Employee discounts

Free onsite fitness center

Job summary

Washington Nationals are seeking a Major League Lead Athletic Trainer to oversee daily medical care and athletic training operations for the Major League club. You will supervise the staff, collaborate with team physicians, therapists, and coaches to keep players healthy and progressing toward performance goals.

The ideal candidate combines strong clinical skills with leadership, proactive problem-solving, and clear communication in a demanding MLB environment. Travel with the club is required.

Qualifications

• BOC certification required or eligible for licensure
• Degree in athletic training or related field and eligibility for applicable licensure
• Significant athletic training experience in professional baseball or high-performance environments
• Ability to lead staff and coordinate care across multiple disciplines
• Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills
• Current CPR/AED certification and willingness to travel with MLB club

Responsibilities

• Lead daily injury evaluation, treatment, recovery, and athletic training services for Major League players in coordination with team physicians.
• Lead and develop the Major League athletic training staff, setting consistent standards for preparation, care, documentation, and communication.
• Implement organizational screening and testing protocols to establish baselines, monitor changes, and identify concerns requiring action.
• Coordinate individualized medical plans with physicians, Physical Therapists, Physical Development, and skill coaches.
• Communicate player status, clinical restrictions, treatment priorities, and changes in readiness to appropriate staff and leadership.
• Partner with rehabilitation staff to establish return-to-performance milestones and coordinate transitions between the Major League club, West Palm Beach, and rehab assignments.
• Maintain accurate medical records and coordinate appointments, imaging, specialist consultations, and continuity of care during travel and the offseason.
• Oversee athletic training supplies, treatment-area operations, and emergency preparation while continually improving the quality and efficiency of care.

Skills

Staff leadership

Clinical decision-making

Communication & collaboration

CPR/AED certification

Willingness to travel

Spanish proficiency

Education

BOC certification

Eligibility for athletic training licensure

Degree in athletic training or related field

Job description

Washington Nationals are seeking a Major League Lead Athletic Trainer to oversee daily medical care and athletic training operations for the Major League club. You will supervise the staff, collaborate with team physicians, therapists, and coaches to keep players healthy and progressing toward performance goals.

The ideal candidate combines strong clinical skills with leadership, proactive problem-solving, and clear communication in a demanding MLB environment. Travel with the club is required.