Jobs

Athletic Trainer

Start Date: August 26, 2026

Reports to: Director of Sports Medicine

To apply for this position, please go to our website:https://www.nobles.edu/employment/

Position Summary

Nobles seeks a full-time, 10-month, staff position athletic trainer to administer services within a secondary school community setting under the supervision of an orthopedic physician, director of sports medicine, and school nurse.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Services and skills include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assess, evaluate, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to:
  • Evaluate athlete injuries and produce referrals to affiliate providers.
  • Develop corresponding treatment and exercise plans within the scope of practice.
  • Document patient evaluation, progress notes, and treatment per professional and regulatory standards.
  • Manage cases of injured athletes/clients undergoing rehabilitation for non-surgical and surgical repair of injuries.
  • Implement individualized therapeutic interventions and monitor responses to therapy to ensure client safety.
  • Conduct concussion management and annual baseline screening.
  • Communicate daily with school nurses and coaches regarding the status of injured patients.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking and independent decision-making regarding the assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and return-to-play decisions per state licensure guidelines.
• Lead patient education and maintain strong communication with parents/guardians, coaches, and administration.
• Develop injury prevention programs and implement prehabilitation/injury prevention.

• Cover games and practices
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Skills

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Athletic Training or related field from an accredited university athletic training program
• Required certifications:
  • Athletic Trainer licensure in the state of Massachusetts
  • Certification or registration from the state
  • Current Board of Certification certificate and NPI number
  • Emergency Cardiac Care certification
• Ability to work collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare providers
• Strong written/verbal communication, as well as strong interpersonal skills, to effectively communicate with coaches, parents/guardians, and administrators
• Ability to meet physical demands of the position, including lifting up to 80 pounds and working outdoors in all elements

Our ideal candidate has:

• 1–3 years of experience
• Exceptional skills in communication and thorough documentation
• Proven ability to collaborate, effectively communicate, and work independently
• Outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills
• Mobility, strength, visual, and auditory acuity adequate for immediate response to patients’ needs

Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. To apply, please complete the online application [LINK] and upload a resume with a cover letter addressed to [insert name], [insert title in lowercase].

People of color, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, religious minorities, and members of other historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Please note that Nobles does offer campus housing as a benefit for some positions, but availability is extremely limited and not guaranteed.