What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Athletic Trainer position at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist?
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Head Athletic Trainer will oversee the daily operations of sports medicine for
Carolina Core Football Club. CCFC is a member of the MLS NEXT Pro soccer league, located in High
Point, North Carolina. Job duties include focusing on injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and
rehabilitation of player health issues. This role will be performed under the guidance of the Chief Medical
Officer, and Director of Sports Performance.
Working closely with the Head Coach, General Manager, and the Sports Performance team, the Head
Athletic Trainer will play an integral part in daily operations of the Club. As a full-time, year-round
employee, this position requires attendance at all training sessions, scrimmages, and both home and
away games, ensuring that two certified Athletic Trainers are present at all matches.
This position is managed by the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Department of Orthopaedics Surgery
and Rehabilitation. The Head Athletic Trainer is an employee of Atrium Health and their assigned work
location is with the CCFC.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in athletic training from a Commission on Accreditation of
Athletic Training Education (CAATE) program; Master’s degree preferred. Minimum two (2) or more years’
experience as a BOC Certified Athletic Trainer at the professional, college or university setting, preferably
with soccer team. Experience with elite level athletes. Experience working in a high tempo, high stress
environment. Comprehension of Spanish preferred.
REPORTS TO:
Director of Athletic Training Services/Chief Medical Officer
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:
Certified Athletic Trainer by NATA Board of
Certification. Currently licensed or eligible for a State of North Carolina License in Athletic Training within
30 days of hire. Ability to complete American Heart Association Healthcare Provider (BLS), which
includes CPR and AED training within 30 days of hire.
JOB DUTIES:
The Head Athletic Trainer will oversee the daily operations of sports medicine for
Carolina Core Football Club. CCFC is a member of the MLS NEXT Pro soccer league, located in High
Point, North Carolina. Job duties include focusing on injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and
rehabilitation of player health issues. This role will be performed under the guidance of the Chief Medical
Officer, and Director of Sports Performance.
Working closely with the Head Coach, General Manager, and the Sports Performance team, the Head
Athletic Trainer will play an integral part in daily operations of the Club. As a full-time, year-round
employee, this position requires attendance at all training sessions, scrimmages, and both home and
away games, ensuring that two certified Athletic Trainers are present at all matches.
This position is managed by the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Department of Orthopaedics Surgery
and Rehabilitation. The Head Athletic Trainer is an employee of Atrium Health and their assigned work
location is with the CCFC.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in athletic training from a Commission on Accreditation of
Athletic Training Education (CAATE) program; Master’s degree preferred. Minimum two (2) or more years’
experience as a BOC Certified Athletic Trainer at the professional, college or university setting, preferably
with soccer team. Experience with elite level athletes. Experience working in a high tempo, high stress
environment. Comprehension of Spanish preferred.
REPORTS TO:
Director of Athletic Training Services/Chief Medical Officer
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:
Certified Athletic Trainer by NATA Board of
Certification. Currently licensed or eligible for a State of North Carolina License in Athletic Training within
30 days of hire. Ability to complete American Heart Association Healthcare Provider (BLS), which
includes CPR and AED training within 30 days of hire.
JOB DUTIES:
- Oversee the healthcare of players, including first aid and emergency care, injury evaluation,
application of treatment modalities, and the development and execution of rehabilitation and
injury prevention programs. Provide rehabilitation and make appropriate medical referrals as
needed.
injury prevention programs. Provide rehabilitation and make appropriate medical referrals as
needed.
- Manage daily therapies and treatments utilizing all medical staff, massage therapists, and
chiropractors.
- Manage the comprehensive assessment process with the Club staff during the rehabilitation
process to help benchmark and quantify where the athlete is at through the recovery period.
- Create a comprehensive programming for the entirety of the rehab process to be shared with all
necessary stakeholders. This program should be shared and discussed with the appropriate
members of the Club staff.
members of the Club staff.
- Implement treatment program objectives including long and short term goals and an appraisal of
those which the patient can realistically be expected to achieve from the program. Assessment
measures to determine the effectiveness of the program are incorporated into the program.
measures to determine the effectiveness of the program are incorporated into the program.
- Liaise with the strength & conditioning team to determine the appropriate workload (on-field & in
weight room) during the End Stage rehab period prior to clearance for return to competition.
- Report updated player status daily to necessary stakeholders and Club staff.
- Lead daily and weekly meetings with all relevant performance and medical staff members to
update status of injured athletes and formulate new plans and programs.
- Complete set-up of all practice and games including medical supplies, fracture management
equipment, hydration, cryotherapy, and any other supplies needed for adequate coverage.
- Manage the ordering, inventory, and maintenance of supplies and clinical equipment.
- Ensure that the training room and clinic area are maintained in a safe, clean, and organized
condition.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date player health and participation records using the League's
electronic medical record (EMR) system.
- Document injuries, treatments, and return-to-play dates electronically for purposes such as
workers' compensation claims and research.
- Initiate insurance and workers' compensation claims for players.
- Prepare and submit required reports to MLS.
- Assist in the organization and management of pharmaceutical inventory and records under the
supervision of the team physician.
- Coordinate and oversee physical examinations in compliance with MLS regulations.
- Supervise assistant athletic trainers, aides, and volunteers as necessary.
- Mentor and manage on site education of students enrolled in University-based athletic training education programs or any other healthcare professionals at outreach events (if applicable).
- Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills to collaborate with players, coaches, team personnel,
and MLS staff.
- Follow all MLS medical policies, protocols, and the Game Operations Manual.
- Advise players on dietary needs, nutritional supplements, and banned substances in accordance
with MLS.
- Engage in community service and educational initiatives related to sports medicine.
- Participate in activities, meetings, and programs as required by MLS.
- Adhere to OSHA standards regarding bloodborne pathogens.
- Other duties as assigned. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a
comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for
this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Set hours may vary depending upon departmental needs.
- Some night and/or weekend work required.
- Travel to away matches is required.
- Athletic trainer will provide services in the on-site athletic training room.
- Accept assignments based on department and organizational needs.
- Ability to manage a stressful work environment that includes frequent interruptions.
- Athletic fields may be noisy, hectic, & stressful at times including frequent interruptions. Situational awareness may be necessary.
- Possible exposure to infections, contagious diseases, and patient elements.
- Will occasionally encounter emergency and crisis situations.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Employees are asked to sign a statement indicating whether they can perform the essential
functions of their position.
- Requests for accommodation will be considered on an individual basis.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
