Certified Athletic Trainer - Dominican Summer League
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JOB TITLE: Certified Athletic Trainer - Dominican Summer League
DEPARTMENT: Baseball Operations - Player Development
REPORTS TO: Minor League Medical Coordinator
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt
JOB DESCRIPTION:
This is a full-time, 12-month position (November 1st- October 31st) with benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K). The position will start ASAP with responsibilities in Boca Chica, Dominican Republic at the team's complex.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Detect dysfunctional movement patterns and design and implement individualized corrective exercise programs to address these dysfunctions.
• Be an active member of the Player Development Athletic Training Staff and participate in continuing education opportunities and promote a culture of progressive learning.
• Coordinate pre- and exit-physicals of professional athletes and staff at the training complex.
• Administer emergency care utilizing appropriate OSHA guidelines and make medical referrals, if necessary.
• Direct day-to-day athletic training room operations.
• Adhere to the guidelines of administrative documentation including, but not limited to, AHMS, Emergency Action Plans, Major and Minor League insurance programs, Modern Medical Pharmaceutical, budgeting inventory management.
• Maintenance, including calibration, of therapeutic modalities in his/her control.
• Maintain positive working relationship with team physicians and coordinate appropriate medical testing as directed by the team physician.
• Comply with and establish a line of communication between the professional athlete, manager, coaching staff, Major and Minor League Medical Staff's.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Player Development, Director, Medical Administration, Head Athletic Trainer, and/or Manager, Player Development Athletic Training.
• Complete a yearly evaluation and review with Manager, Player Development Athletic Training and other appropriate personnel.
• The athletic trainer will identify and carry out the education and counseling of players and staff regarding their injuries/health.
• Assist with coordinating surgeries & follow-up care appointments for all players.
• Follow up with athlete's health history and injury status of players.
• Coordinate with the team orthopedic and internist regarding appointments, evaluations, and medical concerns.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Certification by the Board of Certification of the National Athletic Trainers' Association
• State Licensure is required where applicable
• Maintain certification in Athletic Training by fulfilling Continuing Education requirements
• Must maintain professional liability insurance coverage
• Certification in CPR/AED and First Aid
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Bilingual (Spanish preferred)
• Master's degree or advanced coursework related to healthcare
• Certification or advanced coursework related to Strength and Conditioning
• Previous work experience in professional baseball
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 1st, 2020 or until position is filled.