Assistant Athletic Trainer, Motor City Cruise Full Time

Are you looking to be part of a high-performing team of go-getters who make a difference both on and off the court? Join the Detroit Pistons as we harness the power of basketball to unite our city, elevate our fans, and drive lasting community impact.

The G-League Assistant Athletic Trainer will support the Head Athletic Trainer in delivering comprehensive medical care and performance support for the Motor City Cruise. This role operates within a high-performing, fast-paced and Team oriented professional basketball environment, requiring excellence in clinical care, communication, and daily team operations.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Work as a team with the Head Athletic Trainer and Head Performance Coach to assist in injury evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of Detroit Pistons and Motor City cruise players
• Provide daily treatment, recovery modalities, and taping/bracing
• Support return-to-play Success and load management strategies
• Assist with screenings and performance testing
• Maintain accurate, timely medical documentation
• Implementation / support Of Pistons organization offseason programming
• Collaboration with performance staff, coached and front office on all players Health matters

Responsibilities

• Provide coverage for all practices, games, and team events
• Assist with game-day preparation and recovery protocols
• Travel with team for all games and practices
• Assist with all training room operations while maintaining a clean/consistent medical environment
• Assisting with ordering meals/snacks for away games
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment
• Support locker room setup and breakdown
• Assist with travel logistics and equipment transport
• Maintain injury reports and RTP plans
• Attend player medical appointments/surgeries
• Ensure HIPAA compliance
• Providing support to Detroit Pistons as needed as well as In season, Summer League and Draft workouts

Requirements

• 0-1 Years of Experience
• NATABOC Certified Athletic Trainer
• Current CPR cert
• Eligible for Michigan licensure
• CES/PES/CSCS/CSCCa preferred

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We are dedicated to ensuring equal access throughout the employment process. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable participation in the application and interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you require an accommodation, please contact us to request assistance.