Job brief
We are seeking a client-focused, professional, and knowledgeable Athletic Trainer to join our team! The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in sports science and nutrition and have hands-on practical experience assisting clients to reach their athletic goals. The focus of the role is to develop fitness, wellness, and nutrition plans to assist clients in reaching their athletic goals. Whether it is strength training, stamina training, or training for specific sports or tournaments, you will be adept at assisting people in all areas of athletics.
Responsibilities
- Consult with clients to ascertain their current fitness levels, their short- and long-term goals, and any specific sport or activity they want to train for.
- Conduct assessments of the client’s overall fitness levels by using medical monitoring equipment, such as oxygen measuring equipment, heart rate monitors, and exercise equipment such as treadmills and free weights.
- Create and develop a realistic exercise and diet plan for the client, taking into account their needs and goals.
- Monitor clients' progress and set realistic, achievable milestones and goals.
- Keep notes on clients' improvements and progress, and make changes to plans during the course of the treatment.
- Diagnose sports-related injuries.
- Plan and execute rehabilitation plans for injured athletes.
- Provide educational information regarding the benefits of different types of exercise and how it affects the body and mind.
- Ensure clients are educated on a diet, including different types of food, their benefits, and portion control.
- Advise clients about supplements and vitamins they can take.
- Make notes of results and successes, and re-evaluate and re-do clients' plans to reflect new goals or targets they wish to attain.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or above in Sports science, nutrition, or related field
- Full certification as a personal trainer or sports therapist in the absence of a degree
- One year of experience as a personal trainer, sports therapist, nutritionist, or similar role
- Demonstrated knowledge of how to use medical monitoring equipment such as ECGs and working knowledge of gym equipment such as treadmills
- Confident in correcting other people when It comes to posture or form
- Strong ability to coach, mentor, and educate others
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail skills
- Kind, caring, and professional in nature
- Able to give clear and concise instructions
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