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Virtual Athletic Trainer

Protera Health · United States · 6 days ago
RemoteRemoteEducationFull-time

About the role

Join an exciting team helping patients overcome back, neck, and joint pain. As an Athletic Trainer, you will serve as a trusted guide throughout the patient journey–acting as a liaison between patients and the multidisciplinary care team while providing education, support, and accountability every step of the way.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a trusted guide and primary point of contact throughout each patient’s care journey.
  • Conduct virtual visits to educate, motivate, and support patients in achieving their health goals.
  • Reinforce individualized care plans developed by the multidisciplinary clinical team.
  • Promote adherence to prescribed home exercise programs while providing education and resources that support healthy lifestyle behaviors.
  • Identify barriers to patient engagement and develop strategies to improve participation and outcomes.
  • Monitor patient progress and communicate clinical concerns or changes to the appropriate members of the care team.
  • Provide education on topics including pain science, nutrition, sleep, ergonomics, stress management, behavior change, and other wellness strategies that support musculoskeletal health.
  • Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary care team to optimize patient outcomes.
  • Participate in clinical discussions, quality improvement initiatives, and operational projects as assigned.

Requirements

  • Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a patient-facing healthcare role.
  • Experience in musculoskeletal or orthopedic care.
  • Experience working within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
  • Experience providing high-volume, one-on-one patient interactions.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to educate, motivate, and build rapport with patients.
  • Comfortable using technology and learning new digital health platforms.
  • Reliable high-speed internet and a quiet, professional remote workspace.

Qualifications

  • Passionate about helping patients improve their health through education, motivation, and accountability.
  • An exceptional communicator who builds trust and meaningful relationships with patients.
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing a dynamic patient caseload.
  • Comfortable working independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment.
  • Proactive, adaptable, and willing to take initiative beyond day-to-day responsibilities.
  • Motivated by healthcare innovation and excited to help shape a growing organization.

Skills

  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Knowledge of musculoskeletal conditions and treatment options.
  • Experience with telehealth or virtual care platforms.
  • Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with patients.

Benefits

  • Equity options to share in the company’s growth.
  • Healthcare benefits.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • Separate Sick Time.
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by improving the lives of patients every day while helping shape the future of virtual musculoskeletal care.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time, fully remote position.

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