November 5, 2024

Down East Bird Dawgs

Kinston

Athletic Trainer

Position: Athletic Trainer

This position would begin work on or around April 27, 2025, through September 19, 2025.

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

Provide quality comprehensive care for athletes through prevention, evaluation, care, and treatment of injuries and illnesses and assist with injury rehabilitation.
Screening and referral of athletes to team physicians when appropriate.
Serve as the certified athletic trainer for the baseball team including practice and game coverage as well as team travel.
Compile and maintain injury and treatment documentation for the Sports Medicine Department.
Supervision and daily operation of the baseball athletic training room.
Assist with establishing, coordinating, supervising, and monitoring athletic training services to all baseball players.
Communicate with coaches and athletic department staff on various issues, including the Sports Medicine Department policies and procedures, athlete status, restrictions, treatment, appointment compliance, and progress.
Assist the team physician and staff with the operation of the training facility.
Assist with upkeep of the facilities, emergency equipment, and modalities.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in athletic training
Certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association. Registered Athletic Trainer in the state of North Carolina.
Training in bloodborne pathogens
Certified in Functional Movement Screening (Preferred)
CPR and AED Certified

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.