Athletic Trainer - UTR Pro Tennis Tour
About The Position
UTR Sports is seeking an Athletic Trainer to provide sports medicine services to participants of UTR Pro Tennis Tour (PTT) events in Newport Beach during tournament weeks. The trainer will serve as the on-site medical lead, responsible for injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and emergency response for competing athletes. Tournament weeks typically involve 20 to 50 male and female players competing in a round-robin format, including top junior and college players and touring professionals. Events are held primarily at the Newport Beach Tennis and Pickleball Club, with other venues as assigned. The position is based in the United States and should be anchored in Irvine/Orange County, California. It includes potential travel of approximately 10–15% and work at an anchor venue for 35 weeks per year. The schedule is flexible and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. The Athletic Trainer works under the standing orders of a Newport Orthopedic Physician and must operate within their scope of practice.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or Sports Medicine.
- BOC Certified Athletic Trainer in good standing.
- Current BLS CPR/AED certification.
- 2–5 years of Athletic Training experience.
- Clinical expertise in musculoskeletal conditions, understanding of general medical conditions, and basic understanding of common tennis injuries.
- Assessment and evaluation skills and experience working with other healthcare professionals.
- Ability to make independent decisions regarding assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and return to play.
- Ability to communicate effectively in high-pressure situations with patients, medical professionals, staff, and families.
- Ability to organize, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks independently.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and travel approximately 10–15% of the time.
- Should be based or anchored in Irvine/Orange County, California.
Nice To Haves
- Athletic Training experience in a professional or collegiate tennis setting.
Responsibilities
- Provide on-site care to professional athletes at UTR PTT events, including on-court medical care and pre- and post-match injury prevention and management.
- Document all patient encounters.
- Coordinate and implement injury-prevention strategies and programs for athletes during tournament weeks.
- Educate and collaborate with athletes on recovery techniques, injury prevention, and load management.
- Communicate player status and availability to the Head Referee and UTR Project Manager.
- Communicate with facilities staff, other UTR full-time staff, and external partners as needed.
- Comply with physician standing orders and PTT medical policies, and work within scope of practice.
- Perform administrative and other duties assigned by a supervisor, Tournament Director, or Referee, including attending team meetings.
- Review and follow up on player withdrawals and retirements with PTT staff and the Integrity Team.
- Manage supply ordering and supplemental staffing as needed, and ensure staff have required certifications and licensure.
- Lead and review the Emergency Action Plan and educate on-site staff about their roles and responsibilities.
Benefits
- Health care plan including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Unlimited vacation and sick time, plus public holidays.
- Maternity and paternity leave.
- Short-term and long-term disability.
- Flexible and generous paid time off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
