Job Title:Assistant Athletic Trainer
Pay Details:The annual base salary range for this position in California is $80,000 to $100,000 per year. The starting pay for the successful candidate depends on various job-related factors, including but not limited to the candidate's geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education/training, internal value, peer equity, external market demands, and organizational considerations.
The Assistant Athletic Trainer assists in the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of player injuries. This role works closely with the medical, strength and conditioning, and coaching staff to promote optimal athlete health and performance. The Assistant Athletic Trainer is detail-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced professional hockey environment. This is a full-time, exempt position located at the Honda Center in Anaheim.
Responsibilities- Assist in the prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of acute and chronic player injuries
- Support daily treatment sessions and administer therapeutic modalities under the direction of the Head Athletic Trainer and team medical staff
- Collaborate with team physicians, strength staff, and other performance specialists to execute individualized care plans
- Maintain accurate and confidential medical records in accordance with NHL/NHLPA requirements
- Provide taping, bracing, and equipment-related medical preparations for practices and games
- Assist with on-ice and bench coverage during practices, home games, and road trips
- Coordinate rehabilitation sessions, recovery protocols, and return-to-play progression
- Prepare, maintain, and inventory all medical supplies, equipment, and therapy tools
- Participate in preseason physical exams, annual testing, and league-mandated health evaluations
- Communicate regularly with players, coaches, and performance staff regarding injury status and recovery timelines
- Contribute to emergency action planning and respond to on-ice emergencies as needed
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field required
- Minimum 3+ years of experience working in athletic training at the professional, collegiate, or high-level junior hockey environment within the last 5 years.
- Must be certified by the National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification (NATABOC)
- Current CPR/AED certification required
- Strong knowledge of injury prevention, treatment techniques, rehabilitation protocols, and sports medicine technology
- Able to work long, irregular hours including evenings, weekends, holidays, and extensive travel
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
- Able to lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.) and perform physically demanding work on a daily basis
This position is on-site.
Company:Anaheim Ducks Hockey Club, LLC
