Athletic Trainer

LMR Technical Group (LMR) is seeking an Athletic Trainer to join our team.

Location:

Joint Base Langley - Eustis, VA

The Athletic Trainer (AT) will support US Air Force fighter squadrons as an embedded asset under the Optimizing the Human Weapon System (OHWS) program. The AT willfocus on musculoskeletal (MSK) care, injury prevention, rehabilitation, and human performance optimization to enhance aircrew readiness and longevity. Responsibilities include individual assessments, injury prevention, rehabilitative interventions, and performance enhancement within their scope of practice as defined by the standard written protocol agreement with the Military Treatment Facility (MTF) Chief of the Medical Staff (SGH).

Services provided shall enhance resistance to neck and back injuries, expedite return to full duty, and contribute to a holistic health maintenance program that improves aircrew performance, readiness, and retention.

• Complete all unit and MDG in-processing requirements, including all required training such as
  computer-based courses, peer review, newcomer orientation, hands-on simulations, and site-specific training.
• Independently assess, evaluate, and manage musculoskeletal (MSK) and neuromuscular conditions, providing targeted interventions such as corrective exercises, postural adjustments, and functional movement training.
• Conduct in-processing evaluations for all newly assigned aircrew and perform ongoing assessments to screen for injury risk factors, including flexibility, strength, endurance, cardiovascular fitness, posture, ergonomics, and body composition.
• Instruct and counsel aircrew on compliance with therapeutic regimens, rehabilitation protocols, injury prevention strategies, human performance techniques, and lifestyle modifications to optimize readiness.
• Conduct direct access evaluations and provide immediate care for acute MSK and neuromuscular conditions in both on-site and off-site settings, triaging and referring cases as necessary in accordance with local MDG policy.
• Provide ongoing reevaluations, track patient progress, and modify treatment plans as needed to ensure optimal recovery and performance.
• Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including manual therapy, range of motion techniques, strength and conditioning exercises, and agility and neuromuscular training to restore function and mitigate injury risks.
• Ensure proper documentation of all assessments, treatments, and patient encounters in designated electronic health records and non-medical OHWS program data repositories within 72 hours and submit required data to the Human Performance Measure of Effectiveness Report (HP-MER). Monitor access to care and utilize required electronic systems, databases, and software for patient documentation, scheduling, and administrative responsibilities in accordance with DHA guidelines.
• Attend all unit and Military Treatment Facility (MTF) meetings as required or as requested by the Unit Commander or his/her designee.
• Educate aircrew on injury prevention, self-rehabilitation techniques, movement assessments, and strength training strategies to improve long-term musculoskeletal health.
• Maintain and inspect equipment and training facilities to ensure they are safe, operational, and aligned with manufacturer specifications. Report unserviceable equipment to the site Government POC and perform routine cleaning duties as necessary.
• Evaluate and recommend new techniques, equipment, and interventions that enhance human performance and injury prevention efforts.
• Be physically proficient and capable of demonstrating all prescribed exercises and techniques.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• Graduated from an Athletic…