Athletic Trainer

Job Title

• Athletic
• Trainer
• Job
• Type:
• Fulltime, exempt
• Job
• Schedule: Days/Afternoons/Evenings, Variable schedule aligns with programs supported (High School, No Football Team)
• Supporting Vance County Charter School

Your experience matters

Maria Parham Health [https://www.mariaparham.com/] is part of Lifepoint Health [https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Athletic Trainer joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Maria Parham Health, a Duke LifePoint Hospital, is the region’s healthcare provider, offering comprehensive services supported by skilled physicians, nurses, and clinical specialists. Fully accredited by The Joint Commission and the College of American Pathologists, we deliver exceptional care through our advanced Emergency Department, Maternity Center, Intensive and Progressive Care units, Medical/Surgical services, and inpatient rehabilitation. Maria Parham also offers state‑of‑the‑art physical, occupational, and speech therapy on an outpatient basis, ensuring patients receive high‑quality, accessible care close to home.

Our system extends to the Maria Parham Franklin facility in Louisburg, which features a fully equipped Emergency Department, specialized Behavioral Health units, and additional outpatient diagnostic services. Across our 205 licensed beds, we provide advanced cardiac, cancer, respiratory, and rehabilitation care supported by cutting‑edge technology and key partnerships. Our team remains committed to delivering the quality, expertise, and compassion our community deserves.

How you’ll contribute

• The Athletic Trainer supports student athletes across a variety of school-based sports programs by providing injury prevention, evaluation, and care. This role partners with coaches, families, and physicians to promote safe participation in athletics, deliver immediate first aid, and guide recovery through rehabilitation and conditioning programs. The Athletic Trainer assists with coverage for practices and events, prepares athletes for participation, and serves as a key resource for sports medicine education within the school community. Working under the direction of the Director of Physician Services and affiliated physicians, this position requires strong clinical judgment, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to maintaining professional and ethical standards.
• Implements treatment and rehabilitation programs under the supervision of a physician.
• Prepares athletes/patients for practice or competition.
• Evaluates and manages injuries and determines whether a referral is necessary. Maintains a medical file on each athletes/patients and acts as a liaison between the physician and the athletes/patients.
• Develops conditioning programs for injured and non-injured athletes/patients.
• Other duties as assigned.

Why join us

• We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

• What we’re looking for Applicants should have
• Bachelor's degree in an applied discipline required
• An active Athletic Training certification/ BOC certified and state certification or registration required
• Basic Life Support (BLS), American Health Association required within 30 dates of hire.
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Connect with our Recruiter Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Brandi Walton, Talent Acquisition Recruiter at 629-257-6103, brandi.walton1@lifepointhealth.net [brandi.walton1@lifepointhealth.net]. Or Click Here [https://outlook.office.com/owa/calendar/BrandiWaltonTalentAcquisitionRecruiter@lifepointhealth.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/s/L3EGrFKMDUiJLTceIOT9Sg2] to schedule a time to discuss your career interests with Lifepoint Health!

More about

At Maria Parham Health [https://www.mariaparham.com/], part of Duke Lifepoint Healthcare, you’ll grow your career while making communities healthier®. Our regional system is Joint Commission-accredited and was awarded an “A” Hospital Safety Grade by the Leapfrog Group. Our 103-bed facility in Franklin County and 102-bed facility in nearby Vance County creates a healthcare hub for northern North Carolina and southern Virginia. With physicians representing nearly 30 specialty services, highly trained nurses and the latest advanced technology, we collaborate to provide quality, compassionate care close to home.

EEOC Statement

Maria Parham Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Maria Parham Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment

• Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
• Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
• We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
• We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
• We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
• We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.