Player Development Athletic Training Intern, Colorado Rapids II

Ball Arena•Commerce City, CO

2d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

The Player Development Athletic Training intern will support Rapids 2 & Academy Athletic Training department in providing day-to-day sports medicine operations to Colorado Rapids players. In this capacity, the Player Development Athletic Training Intern will support provision of injury prevention strategies, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation for players’ medical problems.

Requirements

BS/BA degree in athletic training or related field like sports medicine
3+ years’ experience in field
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

BOC Certified or ability to sit exam during internship.
Ability to acquire or produce and maintain a valid driver’s license and meet company vehicle driving standards.

Responsibilities

Support Athletic Training Department in providing preventive care for players.
Support Athletic Training Department in evaluating injuries, providing treatment, and developing/implementing rehabilitation programs.
Support Athletic Training Department in maintaining accurate medical records of player injuries, treatment, and rehabilitation.
Assist in maintaining a clean, professional, and welcoming training room.
Assist in providing player hydration at training and games.
Assist in managing sports medicine inventory and budgetary items.
Prepare game sites for practice and competition.
Prepare medical kits for team travel.
Administer ImPACT concussion testing.