Athletic Training Fellow
- Nashville SC
- Nashville, TN, USA
- 29 Nov, 2024
Full time
Coordinator
Medical
MLS
Job Description
Position Title: Athletic Training Fellow
Department: Medical
Reports to: Director of High Performance/Head Athletic Trainer
Position Summary:
At Nashville SC, we are looking for a highly motivated individual that is looking to attain valuable experience in the medical realm and soccer setting. In this experience, you will gain exposure to the high-performance environment while performing duties in line with Nashville SC unified vision.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Department: Medical
Reports to: Director of High Performance/Head Athletic Trainer
Position Summary:
At Nashville SC, we are looking for a highly motivated individual that is looking to attain valuable experience in the medical realm and soccer setting. In this experience, you will gain exposure to the high-performance environment while performing duties in line with Nashville SC unified vision.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in medical coverage (training and games), injury assessment/ treatment, and rehabilitation services for athletes.
- Collaborate with coaches, athletes, performance staff, and medical professionals to improve and manage player condition.
- Coordinate with the Medical/Rehab and Performance Staff to be in line with the Nashville SC Return to Play policy.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required
- Some travel may be assigned as required
- Regular attendance and hours according to the standards established by the Head Athletic Trainer and/or the High-Performance Director *flexibility a must
REQUIREMENTS:
- NATABOC Certified Athletic Trainer required
- Tennessee ATC State Licensure required or eligible to obtain
- Current Professional CPR/AED Certification required
- Experience/education in sport performance preferred
- Experience working with or around soccer athletes preferred
- Ability to manage time and remain organized
- Ability to collaborate across departments including performance, sports science, nutrition, equipment, and administration
- You will be asked to perform multiple job functions, be flexible and willing to act outside of the assigned job duties to benefit the team
- Exhibit a team first mentality and positive attitude
- Attention to detail and the ability to be proactive is a must
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.
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