Minor League Athletic Trainer - Corpus Christi

Houston Astros • Houston, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Houston Astros are seeking an individual to serve as a Minor League Athletic Trainer. This position will require daily interaction with field staff, team physicians, the Minor League Medical Coordinator, the Major League Athletic Training staff, as well as other staff and front office members in addition to the daily player care responsibilities. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, Spring Training in West Palm Beach, FL as well as coverage at the assigned affiliate. Additional off-season coverage and off-season player monitoring will be required as needed. The reporting date would begin Spring Training 2027 through the completion of the Minor League season.

Requirements

• NATA-BOC Certified and in good standing
• Eligible for FL, TX, and assigned Affiliate state licensure
• CPR/AED certification required
• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Athletic Training or related field

Nice To Haves

• Previous baseball experience preferred, but not required
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• The prevention and care of athletic injuries and illnesses
• Coordinating and facilitating physician appointments and imaging
• Daily game and work out coverage including pre/post treatments and field set up
• Thorough documentation of all injuries/illnesses including daily notes, physician notes, and other required documentation and reporting. Use of the MLB EMR system will be necessary
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism in high stress situations
• Administrative duties including: Ordering Daily Training Room Supplies, Assisting with Capital Equipment Planning/Ordering, Daily training room cleaning duties, Travel and Logistics duties, Travel Trunk inventory/packing for road trips, Hydrotherapy Room Maintenance, Daily communication with First Responder staff to ensure emergency equipment, medical cart & supplies are prepared and safely secured.
• Will include significant travel during Spring Training and in-season.
• High level of collaboration with colleagues from Player Care & Performance staff (S&C, Nutrition, Mental Health & Performance, Sports Science) and other departments (e.g., Player Development)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level