Manager, Athletic Training

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 45,460 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off programs

Health and welfare benefits (medical,

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is seeking a Manager Athletic Training – Special Projects to lead a team of athletic trainers and oversee regional outreach programs. You will manage performance, ensure high-quality patient care and coordinate with physicians and schools.

The role involves program management, staffing, scheduling, and collaboration with sports medicine colleagues to improve service delivery across the community and clinics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training from CAATE-accredited program.
• BOC certification and licensure as Certified Athletic Trainer in applicable state.
• BOC-certified Athletic Trainer with state licensure as required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, evaluate and lead a team of athletic trainers.
• Provide standard immediate care, evaluation, treatment, rehab and reconditioning.
• Coordinate referrals to medical professionals for optimal care.
• Promote safe, collaborative work environment for patients and staff.
• Deliver patient care in clinical and community settings.
• Coordinate operational aspects of orthopaedics and sports medicine programs.
• Oversee regional high school athletic trainer program and day-to-day management.
• Communicate professionally with players, physicians and staff.
• Attend meetings and required educational sessions.

Skills

BOC certification

Athletic training experience

CPR/AED trained

State licensure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training

Job description

Department

02374 WFBMG University Group Practice: WFBMC Main - Athletic Trainers

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Full Time

Pay Range

$33.05 - $49.60

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training from a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) accredited athletic training program.
• Experience as a Board of Certification (BOC) certified Athletic Trainer varies with each level (refer to addendums).
• Experience as an athletic trainer in a high school or college setting.
• BOC certified and licensed as a Certified Athletic Trainer in the State of applicable state.
• Completion of American Heart Association Healthcare Provider that includes CPR and AED training.

What You'll Do

• Manages the administration, supervision and evaluation of employee performance for a team of athletic trainers.
• Uses preventative measures appropriately; provides standard immediate care procedures used in emergencies; clinical evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation and reconditioning for a team of athletic trainers.
• Employs appropriate assessment outcomes measures to determine effectiveness of the regional outreach program. Determines appropriate return to play of athletes and active population working together with athletic directors and athletic trainers. Coordinates the referrals to appropriate medical professionals to ensure optimal level of care. All duties and responsibilities performed under the supervision of a directing and supervising physician.
• Promotes safe and collaborative working environment for patients, employees and others who encounter Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine needs in the community (Athletic Director, Coaches, Parents).
• Performs in a clinical role as requested to deliver excellent patient care in the community and clinic setting.
• Responsible for the coordination of the operational aspects of orthopaedics & sports medicine which includes schedule and personnel management as well as high school venue site logistics.
• Works collaboratively with the Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Team to ensure service excellence for all customers of the regional outreach program.
• Oversees the regional high school athletic trainer program and all functions related to the day-to-day management of program including relationship development.
• Communicates in a professional and timely manner with players, physicians, staff, families and all members of the healthcare team.
• Attends staff meetings, hospital in-services, and complete mandatory educational requirements.

Our CommitmenttoYou

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits And More

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, andShort- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

The Manager Athletic Training – Special Projects role is responsible for providing operational leadership, program management, and strategic support to strengthen athletic training services, partnerships, and community outreach. Key responsibilities include leading major programs and events such as Heart of a Champion, CPR and Stop the Bleed training, and workforce readiness initiatives; overseeing assigned partnerships and managing staff, including float pool and PRN athletic trainers; ensuring operational continuity through scheduling and event coverage; producing and analyzing reports, maintaining inventory, and supporting compliance efforts; serving as a primary liaison for partner organizations such as Guilford College; supporting marketing, digital content, and community engagement initiatives to enhance brand visibility; and leading organizational committees, employee engagement efforts, and strategic projects that improve policies, procedures, technology optimization, and overall athletic training operations.