POSITION: Minor League Athletic Trainer
LEVEL OF POSITION: Toledo Mud Hens (Triple-A)
DEPARTMENT: Player Development
LOCATION: Toledo, OH
JOB SUMMARY: The Detroit Tigers are seeking to hire a Certified Athletic Trainer who will serve as the Head ATC for our Triple-A minor league affiliate, the Toledo Mud Hens for the 2025 season. This is a full-time contracted position with health benefits, housing allowance, and meals. The Triple-A ATC will provide game & practice coverage, daily treatments, injury prevention, rehabilitation of injuries, and maintain medical records for the duration of spring training, the season, and potential off-season camps. This ATC will report directly to the Detroit Tigers Minor League Medical Coordinator.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Primary duties to include, but not limited to the following:
- Provide care and management of injuries and illnesses including: prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation protocols.
- Maintain proper medical records in accordance with best practices and minimum standards within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
- Maintain a clean & organized athletic training room and workspace with up-to-date sterilization standards and best practices.
- Daily communication of player’s injury status with the Minor League Medical Coordinator.
- Daily communication with physicians and coaching staff regarding the injury status of athletes.
- Mentor and supervise the assistant athletic trainer and potential student interns (if applicable).
- Role is primarily based out of Toledo, OH and will be expected to spend time in Lakeland, FL during spring training and other events deemed necessary by the club.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
- National Athletic Trainer’s Association-Board of Certification in good standing.
- Eligible and in good standing for FL and OH State Licensure.
- CPR/AED certification.
- Previous Baseball Experience.
Desired:
- Bilingual (English & Spanish).
TO APPLY:
Submit resume, cover letter, and 3 references to Sean McFarland, Minor League Medical Coordinator (sean.mcfarland@tigers.com). Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.