Certified Athletic Trainer – Sports Rehab & Performance

Certified Athletic Trainer – Sports Rehab & PerformanceAID Performance Physical Therapy | Ashburn, VAFull-time | Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Clinic

AID Performance Physical Therapy is hiring a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) for a full-time outpatient orthopedic and sports medicine role in Ashburn, VA.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated clinician who enjoys working with active patients and wants to build advanced orthopedic rehab, return-to-sport, and performance training skills in a collaborative sports medicine environment.

You will work directly alongside Physical Therapists treating orthopedic and athletic populations while utilizing advanced rehab and testing technology to help drive patient outcomes.

Why AID Performance PT

• Patient-first model: 1-hour evaluations and maximum of two patients/hour• Sports and orthopedic focus with strong return-to-sport programming• Advanced tools including VALD ForceDecks, VALD Hand-Held Dynamometry (HHD), and Blood Flow Restriction (BFR)• AI scribe documentation support to reduce charting time and improve quality of life• High-energy clinic culture with mentorship, training, and weekly staff development meetings• Opportunity to grow into larger responsibilities in performance, testing, community outreach, and sports partnerships

The Role

As a Certified Athletic Trainer at AID Performance PT, you will:

• Work alongside our Physical Therapy team treating orthopedic and active patient populations• Guide exercise progressions and return-to-sport programming• Utilize VALD and objective testing tools to track progress and support clinical decision-making• Deliver high-quality patient experiences in a fast-paced sports medicine environment• Collaborate closely with PTs and support staff to maintain a strong standard of care• Support clinic culture through professionalism, energy, and teamwork• Optional growth opportunities in community and sports outreach initiatives

Qualifications

• Current ATC certification and eligible to practice in Virginia (required)• BLS/CPR certification (required)• Strong interest in outpatient orthopedics and sports rehabilitation• Sports performance background is a plus• New grads encouraged to apply, especially those with strong orthopedic/sports clinical experience

What Success Looks Like

• Build strong relationships with patients and staff• Deliver excellent patient outcomes and experiences• Maintain high-quality documentation and communication• Bring a positive, team-first attitude to the clinic each day• Continue developing advanced orthopedic and sports rehab skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Base pay: $60,000–$75,000 based on experience and clinical readiness• Structured compensation review at 60–90 days based on performance, documentation quality, and clinic autonomy• Bonus potential based on individual and clinic performance• Sign-on or relocation bonus available for qualified candidates• Health benefits eligible after 30 days• PTO eligible after 90 days with growth based on tenure and experience• Company-matched Simple IRA eligible after 90 days• 8 paid holidays• Continuing Education: $1,000/year + up to 3 paid CE days• Free in-house continuing education opportunities• Paid liability and life insurance• Relaxed sports-clinic dress code (shorts/polo/sneakers year-round)• Quarterly staff outings and weekly development meetings

AID Performance Physical Therapy is committed to creating a positive, growth-oriented environment focused on high-quality orthopedic and sports medicine care.