Lead MLB Athletic Trainer & Physical Therapist

Detroit Tigers; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Detroit Tigers in Detroit, MI seeks a Head Athletic Trainer / Physical Therapist to lead the MLB athletic training room and sport medicine program. Dual-credentialed as an athletic trainer and physical therapist, you will own injury prevention and management for the roster and supervise the athletic training staff both at home and on the road.

You will partner with Health & Performance leadership, the ML Physical Therapist, team physicians, and coaching staff to ensure comprehensive care for

Qualifications

• Doctorate (DPT) or Masters in Physical Therapy.
• Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC).
• Eligible for licensure as an athletic trainer and a physical therapist in Michigan and Florida prior to Spring Training.
• Current Emergency Cardiac Care / CPR/AED certification.
• Minimum 7 years of experience including leadership of an athletic training room in professional baseball or another professional or elite sport. Professional baseball experience is strongly preferred.
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or additional clinical specialization as a plus.
• Working knowledge of baseball-specific injury patterns, with an emphasis on the throwing athlete.
• Proficiency with the MLB AHMS/EMR or comparable electronic health record platforms.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively with players, coaches, front office staff, and physicians, and to communicate clearly about clinical uncertainty.
• Willingness to work long hours, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, and to travel with the Major League club.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily athletic training room operations for the Major League club, at home and on the road.
• Own the healthy Major League roster: injury prevention, daily treatment and maintenance care, acute injury evaluation and management.
• Lead communication of player availability to the manager, front office, and Health & Performance leadership.
• Travel with the Major League club as the lead of the traveling medical party.
• Coordinate rehab caseloads on the road with the ML Physical Therapist and Rehab/Coordinators.
• Apply clinical reasoning in evaluation and management of players, including manual therapy and exercise prescription.
• Run the daily information rhythm covering status, restrictions, and plans for the day.
• Translate clinical status into practical terms and integrate data to inform decisions.
• Update the shared picture with new findings, setbacks, and progress in a timely manner.
• Review, update and execute the emergency action plan at events.
• Coordinate with Minor League Medical Coordinator on 40-man players moving between Detroit and affiliates.
• Communicate uncertainty in a player’s status clearly to leadership and staff.
• Document evaluations, treatment, and communications in MLB’s AHMS per required standards.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, mentorship, and development of staff, students, and interns.
• Stay current with literature and incorporate new techniques where appropriate.

Skills

ATC

CPR/AED

Leadership experience

CSCS

Baseball injury knowledge

MLB AHMS/EMR proficiency

Communication skills

Willingness to travel

Education

Doctorate (DPT) or Masters in Physical Therapy

Tools

MLB AHMS/EMR

Job description

Detroit Tigers in Detroit, MI seeks a Head Athletic Trainer / Physical Therapist to lead the MLB athletic training room and sport medicine program. Dual-credentialed as an athletic trainer and physical therapist, you will own injury prevention and management for the roster and supervise the athletic training staff both at home and on the road.

You will partner with Health & Performance leadership, the ML Physical Therapist, team physicians, and coaching staff to ensure comprehensive care for