Sports Medicine Athletic Trainer Clinician

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Health is seeking a qualified athletic trainer to serve as a physician extender in primary care sports medicine and orthopaedic clinics in Durham, NC. The role involves high-quality patient care for diverse athletic populations, with responsibilities spanning intake, assessment, documentation, and collaborative care under supervising physicians.

Ideal candidates hold a CAATE-accredited Bachelors in Athletic Training and NATABOC certification or eligibility, with NC licensure or eligibility.

Qualifications

• Education required: Bachelors in athletic training from a CAATE-accredited program and NATABOC certification.
• Licensed or eligible to practice athletic training in NC (NCBATE).
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary clinical team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient intake and injury/illness assessment for musculoskeletal conditions.
• Assist in clinical care and patient management under supervising physician.
• Document evaluations and treatment plans in the EMR.
• Assist with minor procedures and concussion care planning.
• Triage messages, referrals, and coordinate with specialists.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelors in athletic training (CAATE accredited)

NATABOC certification or eligible

Job description

Duke Health is seeking a qualified athletic trainer to serve as a physician extender in primary care sports medicine and orthopaedic clinics in Durham, NC. The role involves high-quality patient care for diverse athletic populations, with responsibilities spanning intake, assessment, documentation, and collaborative care under supervising physicians.

Ideal candidates hold a CAATE-accredited Bachelors in Athletic Training and NATABOC certification or eligibility, with NC licensure or eligibility.