Athletic Trainer at Force 10 Hoops, LLC / Seattle Storm – Seattle, Washington

Join our dynamic and supportive sports organization as an Athletic Trainer dedicated to empowering female athletes and fostering a positive, collaborative environment. We pride ourselves on cultivating a culture of excellence, growth, and mutual respect, making this an ideal opportunity for experienced athletic trainers passionate about making a meaningful impact in women's basketball.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

· Collaborate with the Director of Player Health and the medical staff and performance staff to develop and implement relevant services to ensure a robust program of injury and illness prevention/management and individual medical care for the team.

· Support the Director of Player Health in compliance with league and team reporting requirements, including EMR and other team related platforms (ActionApps, internal communications)

· Support evidence-based preventative rehabilitation strategies and early-stage rehab performance plans tailored to each individual player.

· Deliver front facing emergency care and ensure all legal requirements are met within the team’s EAP and league protocols.

· Provide hands-on injury response and evaluation. Collaborate with medical staff to escalate medical care to other providers including the team physician as needed.

· Support the players’ pre and post practice and game treatments including the utilization of resources on-site or organizing care such as recovery boots, stim machines, additional modalities, etc off-site.

· Travel with the team for all road trips including pre-season, regular season, and post-season.

· Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, clear communication skills, and consistency of work ethic and character within an athlete-centric environment.

Additional Responsibilities include the following.

· Support the medical staff in managing equipment and supplies. Maintain and organized system for medical supplies and surplus inventory.

· Collaborate with the medical staff to help team pack supplies and equipment for team away games.

· Maintain state licensure and certifications.

· Maintain WNBA and HIPPA confidentiality standards regarding all matters related to the players and organization.

· Other duties as assigned.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

• Bachelors degree in athletic training or a related field
• Master’s Degree in athletic training highly preferred

Related experience:

• 5+ years of experience as a certified athletic trainer or physical therapist (head is preferred) in a professional or NCAA Division 1 basketball setting including working with female athletes preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations:

• National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATA BOC)
• Life support certification (BLS, BTLS, ACLS, or ATLS)
• Must be qualified to obtain and maintain athletic trainer or physical therapist license in Washington state.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and passport
• Must maintain annual or biannual Basic Life Support as required by the NATA BOC. .

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

• Familiarity with EMR platforms, performance data systems (vald systems), excellent communication and organizational skills, strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with stakeholders at all levels, ability to collaborate and operate within a player-centered care philosophy.
• Preferred qualifications:
• Proficient in human movement science, including assessment, programming, and solution execution using models such as FMS, SFMA or the NASM Movement Screen.
• Proficient in applying the NASM OPT model and experience collaborating with a performance team in execution for athletes.
• Experience managing sport-specific injuries, including achilles tendinopathy/repairs and ACL rehabilitation, from prevention strategies through return-to-play.
• technical Skills:
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of EMR/record keeping, sport science and ability to utilize technology and data, legal/compliance of regulations such as HIPAA, state laws, league protocols, operation and administrative efficiency such as use of the Microsoft suite.

Compensation: $90,000-$120,000 annual salary

We offer a vibrant, inclusive work environment where your expertise is valued and your growth is supported. Join us and be part of a passionate team dedicated to excellence both on and off the court, where your contributions help shape the future of female basketball athletes.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time; walk; use hands to handle, or feel; balance; bend and reach with hands and arms; use feet to operate foot pedal operation; and talk or hear. Occasionally required to climb ladders, sit, stoop, kneel, squat, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to various work environments including loud music, bright lights, and other elements of a basketball game or event. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.

ABOUT THE WNBA SEATTLE STORM ORGANIZATION:

Force 10 Hoops, LLC DBA Seattle Storm is a storied franchise in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA), proudly boasting four WNBA Championships to its name. Our rich history and commitment to excellence have made us a force to be reckoned with in women's professional basketball. The Seattle Storm stands as a symbol of dedication, determination, and empowerment, both on and off the court. In 2024 we opened our brand new Center for Basketball Performance which houses our team, front office and basketball operations staff.

Force 10 Hoops, LLC/The Storm offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees. Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, AD&D, Long Term Disability, Transportation Account, Employee Assistance Program, 401k plus vacation, sick and holidays. As a WNBA team we also offer League-related discounts, a great Seattle work location and a team-focused environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer?

Force 10 Hoops, LLC DBA Seattle Storm is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression. ?

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