Athletic Trainer – Atrium Health MSKI Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Lake Norman, Full-Time
About The Position
Atrium Health MSKI Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Lake Norman provides comprehensive, team-based care for orthopedic and sports-related injuries. Athletic trainers collaborate with physicians and rehabilitation specialists to support injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and return-to-play planning for active individuals and athletes. This fast-paced outpatient setting emphasizes evidence-based care, patient education, and high-quality service across a diverse orthopedic population. The Athletic Trainer provides on-site medical support for local high school and college athletes, YMCA, and recreation departments. When necessary, he/she refers individuals to the appropriate specialist or General Practitioner. The Athletic Trainer provides patient education regarding injury prevention, anatomy, body mechanics, and rehabilitation. The primary mission of the Athletic Trainer is to progress athletes through rehabilitation protocols and return them functionally to a state comparable to pre-injury.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED from an accredited institute required.
- Completion of an accredited curriculum established by the National Association of Athletic Trainers (NATA) Board of Certification required.
- Knowledge of the Athletic Training profession as normally acquired through academic experience, clinical affiliations, and/or previous work experience in the field.
- Licensed as an Athletic Trainer.
- NATA Board of Certification/applicable state Athletic Trainers Associations.
Responsibilities
- Provides on-site medical support for local high school and college athletes, YMCA, and recreation departments.
- Refers individuals to the appropriate specialist or General Practitioner when necessary.
- Provides patient education regarding injury prevention, anatomy, body mechanics, and rehabilitation.
- Progresses athletes through rehabilitation protocols and returns them functionally to a state comparable to pre-injury.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off programs
- medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
