Certified Athletic Trainer - Minor League

Pittsburgh Pirates

Bradenton, Florida · MLB · Posted October 9, 2026

Role snapshot

Provide on-field coverage, injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for players.

Department
Sports Medicine & Performance
Seniority
Entry level
Type
Full-Time
Work mode
On-Site

What this job requires

  • ✓NATABOC certified and in good standing
  • ✓Authorized to work lawfully in the United States
  • ✓Eligible to meet state Licensure requirements
  • ✓CPR/AED certification
  • ✓Strong communication and computer skills

Nice to have

  • +Fluency in Spanish
  • +Experience working with players from diverse backgrounds and cultures
  • +Prior experience in professional baseball

80 Sports Medicine & Performance roles are open across sports today, 38 of them entry level like this one. 9 of the 80 list pay; this one doesn't.

Job description

The Pirates Why

The Pittsburgh Pirates are a storied franchise in Major League Baseball who are reinventing themselves on every level. Boldly and relentlessly pursuing excellence by:

  • purposefully developing a player and people-centered culture;
  • deeply connecting with our fans, partners, and colleagues;
  • passionately creating lifetime memories for generations of families and friends; and
  • meaningfully impacting our communities and the game of baseball.

At the Pirates, we believe in the power of a diverse workforce and strive to create an inclusive culture centered in Passion, Innovation, Respect, Accountability, Teamwork, Empathy, and Service.

Job Summary

The Pirates are currently seeking Minor League Certified Athletic Trainers, with assignments available at our Spring Training Facility in Bradenton, FL, or with a Minor League affiliate. Under the supervision of the Senior Rehab Coordinator and Minor League Athletic Trainer Coordinator, each Athletic Trainer will collaborate with the medical and performance staff at their assigned location to manage player healthcare, including on-field coverage, injury prevention, maintenance, evaluation, and treatment programs. Specific responsibilities will vary by assignment and may include support for Spring Training, Extended Spring Training, complex or affiliate teams, and players on rehabilitation assignments. Shorter-term or seasonal assignments may also be available.

Responsibilities

  1. Provide on-field coverage, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation techniques for various injuries.
  2. Daily communication with respective medical, performance, and coaching staff.
  3. Documentation and recordkeeping using the electronic medical records system (EMR)
  4. Assisting with and ensuring adherence to daily maintenance and treatment programs for all players.
  5. Perform various administrative duties as assigned.
  6. Adhering to and monitoring of Health & Safety Protocols per MLB and the Club.

Qualifications

Required:

  1. Authorized to work lawfully in the United States.
  2. NATABOC certified and in good standing.
  3. Eligible to meet state Licensure requirements.
  4. CPR/AED certification.
  5. Strong communication and computer skills.

Desired:

  1. Fluency in Spanish is a plus but not required.
  2. Experience working with players from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
  3. Prior experience in professional baseball.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Pittsburgh Pirates are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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