MiLB Athletic Training Apprentice: Travel & Spring Training

Houston Astros; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Houston Astros are seeking individuals to serve as Athletic Training Apprentices at 3 domestic affiliates and the Florida complex (Corpus Christi, Asheville, Fayetteville, and West Palm Beach). This position will require daily collaboration with field staff, team physicians, the Affiliate Athletic trainer(s), colleagues within PC&P, as well as other staff and front office members.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to Spring Training, coverage of the assigned Minor League

Qualifications

• NATA-BOC Certified and in good standing.
• Eligible for FL and TX or NC state licensure (based on an assigned affiliate).
• CPR/AED certification required.
• Previous baseball experience preferred, but not required.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred, but not required.
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Athletic Training or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist the affiliate athletic trainer with prevention and care of athletic injuries and illnesses daily.
• Assisting with the facilitation of physician appointments and imaging.
• Daily game and work out coverage including pre/post treatments and field set-up.
• Thorough documentation of all injuries/illnesses including daily notes, physician notes, and other required documentation and reporting. Use of the MLB EMR system will be necessary.
• Travel to Spring Training and Minor League assignments; coordinate with First Responder staff for emergency equipment.

Education

NATA-BOC Certified

Bachelors or Masters Degree in Athletic Training or related field

CPR/AED certification

Eligible for FL and TX or NC state licensure

Previous baseball experience

Job description

The Houston Astros are seeking individuals to serve as Athletic Training Apprentices at 3 domestic affiliates and the Florida complex (Corpus Christi, Asheville, Fayetteville, and West Palm Beach). This position will require daily collaboration with field staff, team physicians, the Affiliate Athletic trainer(s), colleagues within PC&P, as well as other staff and front office members.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to Spring Training, coverage of the assigned Minor League