Description

Job Title:Minor League Athletic Trainer

Department:Baseball Operations

Reports To: Minor League Athletic Training Coordinator

Status: Full Time

Primary Objective:  Responsible for prevention, treatment, rehabilitation of injuries and field coverage for Seattle Mariners Minor League Players, at an affiliate location as assigned by management which is subject to change.

Essential Functions:

• Prevent, evaluate, and treat athletic injuries.
• Keep daily records of injury reports and treatment records.
• Timely reporting of injuries and treatments to the MiLB Athletic Training Coordinator.
• Schedule appointments for injured players with appropriate physicians and obtain documentation for these visits to include in the player’s electronic medical record.
• Facilitate maintenance exercise programs; ensure compliance of maintenance strengthening and rest and recovery programs.
• Rehab and recondition injured athletes.
• Monitor pitcher throwing programs.
• Oversee budget, inventory and supply ordering for assigned affiliate location.
• Coordinate entrance and exit physicals as needed.
• Daily communication with Field Manager updating health status of injured players.
• Coordinate exit physicals and follow-up testing ordered by team physician during exit physicals; develop off-season maintenance programs for respective players
• Organize and maintain a clean Athletic Training room; ensure all modalities are properly serviced and calibrated
• Oversee and ensure accurate and timely documentation into the AHMS.
• Assist in coordinating conditioning programs through daily communication with Field Manager and Performance Specialist
• Will perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:
 

• National Athletic Trainer’s Association Certification/ BOC Certified
• Eligible for Arizona ATC Licensure
• CPR and AED certified
• Baseball experience preferred  
• Spanish Proficiency highly recommended.

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s):

• Must be a committed professional, with strong analytic focus. 
• Ability to relate to athletes and generate program buy-in
•  Authentic and Aware: Exemplifies the highest standards of professionalism and ethics, demonstrating a dedication to doing the right thing and treating everyone with respect. Is self-aware and open to feedback, ability to speak the truth with a positive intent, foster a culture of honesty and builds trust with the team. Commitment to the organization's mission is evident in both words and actions, aligned to actively contribute to the fulfillment of organizational goals. 
• Communicate and Collaborate: Values others and their views, actively engaging and partnering with team members. Seeks clarity and shares information transparently, fostering a collaborative environment while influencing others and aligning support. Excels in seeking out and leveraging the right resources, engaging in teamwork with a positive and productive approach. Whether verbally or in writing, communicates in a clear and constructive manner, contributing to an engaged and efficient workplace. 
• Execute with Purpose: Takes action and demonstrates accountability, leading with a sense of urgency and dedication to achieving results. Sets and meets challenging expectations for themselves and others, making timely, data-driven decisions and taking ownership of outcomes. Approachable, engaged, and committed; sets a positive tone and cares deeply about the organization. Manages time, priorities, and resources effectively, aiming for and achieving excellence. 
• Adapt and Innovate: Acts boldly, fosters innovation, and supports transformational change. Leveraging analysis and insights, develops new directions and solutions, identifying opportunities for improvement and displaying a commitment to fixing them. With an ongoing commitment to learning and self-development, overcomes challenges constructively and adjusts effectively to shifting priorities and rapid change. This approach contributes to a dynamic work environment focused on progress and continuous improvement. 
• Must possess computer proficiency with email, MS Word and Excel.
• Documentation into MLB’s electronic medical records system.

Physical Activities and Working Conditions:

• Maximum lifting of up to 50 pounds with frequent lifting of weights up to 25 pounds; typically standing and walking for the majority of the day
• This position is based out of Peoria, Arizona but will require residence at a designated affiliate location during all active periods (Summer League).
• This position will require travel
• This position involves non-traditional work schedule and will require work on weekends and occasional holidays