Academy Athletic Trainer

Job Title: Academy Athletic Trainer

Department: Medical

Reports to: Director of Performance Services

Job Summary

FC Cincinnati is searching for an experienced, reliable, and detail-oriented Academy Athletic Trainer. The Developmental Academy Athletic Trainer will be responsible for, but not limited to implementing the sports medicine program and coordinating medical care for the development academy. The ideal candidate must be self-motivated, detailed- oriented, professional, possess strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This position is employed by FC Cincinnati and reports to the Director of Performance Services.

What You’ll Do:

Evaluation, treatment, and rehab of Academy players under the supervision of team Chief Medical Officer and Director of Performance Services.

Communicate effectively with medical staff, coaches, family members, and athletes

Refer athletes to team physicians or other health care providers when necessary

Support with practice and game coverage including travel (could include travel outside of the United States)

Assist the Performance Department in planning, delivering, and evaluating physical development sessions

Maintain computerized injury and treatment logs

Preparation of field and team for practices and games, including but not limited to preparing coolers/ice chest, placement of emergency equipment and medical prepartions.

Keep athletic training room clean, organized, and safe

Preceptor responsibilities with local athletic training residents and students

Comply with all company and league medical policies and protocols

Perform other duties as assigned or required

What You’ll Need:

Bachelor’s degree or Masters Degree in athletic training from CAATE recognized school required

NATABOC Certification required

Active Ohio Athletic Trainer Licensure required or the ability to obtain quickly

Current Professional CPR Certification

Must pass a background check to work with minors. Must undergo mandatory Safe Sport online training.

Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach (CSCS) preferred

What You’ll Bring:

Positive upbeat attitude

Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision

Ability to work long, irregular hours and weekends

Ability to communicate well with coaching staff and other members of the club

Ability to work on a team to accomplish common goals

Ability to handle confidential information in a respectful and appropriate manner

Ability to consistently be at work on time, follow instructions, respond to management directions, commit to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals and complete necessary tasks

Excellent follow through and judgment

Why You’ll Love FCC:

FCC welcome gifts

Resume and profile reviews

Tour of TQL Stadium and MHTC

Community volunteer opportunities

Discount off team store merchandise

Team building and networking opportunities

Paid hourly and/or college credit opportunities

About FCC

Founded in 2015, FC Cincinnati is a Major League Soccer team based in Cincinnati, Ohio. After achieving significant growth and success in the United Soccer League, the team joined MLS in 2019. FCC won the 2023 Supporters’ Shield – the annual award given to the team with the most points in the regular season – and clinched a spot in the 2023 MLS Playoffs for the second straight year. With a diverse ownership group with strong ties to Cincinnati, the club strives to unite the community both on and off the pitch through FCC Foundation, and its dedication to improving the lives of children through soccer and those in the West End Community . FC Cincinnati are committed to ongoing growth and recognizing the vital importance of company culture. The club’s DNA code, created by the staff for the staff, is actively implemented every day. FCC have been recognized locally and nationally as one of Sports Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in Sports 2023, named to the Honor List as one of “75 Great Sports Companies to Call Home.”; on the Business Courier’s Fast 55 as one of Greater Cincinnati’s fastest growing private companies; and named to The Enquirer’s Top Workplaces 2024.

Learn More!

TQL Stadium: learn more

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FC Cincinnati is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.