• Support the Athletic Trainer in delivering day-to-day athletic training services, including injury and illness assessment, on-field and sideline evaluation, acute care, taping and bracing, and rehabilitation, with a strong emphasis on injury prevention, chronic load management, and female-specific conditions;
• Assist in providing medical coverage for all training sessions, matches, and team travel, including emergency action plan execution, concussion management, and coordination with emergency medical services when required;
• Conduct pre- and post-session screening, movement assessments, and return-to-play evaluations within the integrated medical and performance model;
• Collaborate with the DoM, Athletic Trainer, and performance staff to ensure seamless progression across injury care, rehabilitation, wellness management, and return-to-play;
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and up-to-date clinical documentation in compliance with NWSL requirements and club standards; and
• Contribute to the design and delivery of evidence-based injury prevention programming, including ACL mitigation strategies, neuromuscular training, bone health monitoring, and load management specific to elite female athletes.

• Lead the club’s women’s health program, integrating clinical care with performance and sports science practices across the playing squad;
• Assess and manage pelvic floor health, including baseline screening, ongoing monitoring, and postpartum return-to-play protocols;
• Develop and implement individualized menstrual cycle-informed training and recovery strategies in collaboration with performance staff;
• Support pregnancy and postpartum return-to-play pathways using evidence-based, athlete-centered protocols;
• Address female-specific injury patterns, including ACL risk, stress fractures, and bone health, through proactive screening, education, and load management strategies;
• Stay current with emerging research in female athlete physiology and translate evidence into applied practice; and
• Promote a culture of open, informed, and stigma-free communication around women’s health across the team and M&P department.

• Operate in full compliance with all club and NWSL medicolegal and regulatory requirements, attending required trainings and supporting documentation processes in coordination with the DoM;
• Contribute to medical screening, reporting, and profiling processes, including daily wellness tracking, injury reporting, and annual testing protocols; and
• Maintain secure, accurate, and compliant medical records in accordance with applicable privacy laws and league standards.

• Work closely with technical coaches and the MDT to integrate injury prevention, rehabilitation, and medical objectives into the training environment;
• Support the DoM in delivering multidisciplinary care across injury prevention, rehabilitation, recovery, and female athlete health; and
• Educate athletes on best practices related to injury prevention, physical health, recovery, and women’s health considerations in elite performance.

• Abide by all local, state, and federal laws and all applicable NWSL and club policies and procedures;
• Attend all required league, club, and departmental meetings and activities; and
• Perform other duties as assigned by the DoM.

• Athletic Trainer Certification (ATC) and Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from an accredited program required; current, unrestricted licensure required;
• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical AT/PT experience in an elite or high-performance environment (professional, collegiate, or equivalent preferred);
• Demonstrated expertise in women’s health practice, including pelvic floor assessment and treatment, menstrual cycle-informed programming, and postpartum return-to-play;
• Board Certification in Women’s Health Physical Therapy (WCS) or Certificate of Achievement in Pelvic Physical Therapy (CAPP) preferred, or willingness to pursue;
• Experience working within an integrated medical-performance model in team sports;
• Current CPR/AED certification for healthcare providers;
• Personal professional liability insurance required;
• SafeSport certification (or ability to obtain prior to hire);
• Experience in professional or elite women’s sports strongly preferred;
• Familiarity with athlete management systems, wellness tracking platforms, and medical documentation systems;
• Understanding of NWSL CBA requirements related to medical care, compliance, and player welfare;
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills in a high-performance environment;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) preferred;
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; and
• Ability to work extended hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel throughout the NWSL season.

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