Athletic Trainer Jobs in Washington, DC

An Athletic Trainer in the fitness and recreation industry is a certified health professional who collaborates with physicians to provide preventative services, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions. They work closely with athletes, coaches, and fitness enthusiasts to prevent and treat sports-related injuries, provide first aid, and develop and implement injury prevention and rehabilitation programs. Athletic Trainers work in a variety of settings within the fitness and recreation industry, including health clubs, recreational sports centers, schools, and universities.

Important skills for an Athletic Trainer include strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities, as well as a thorough understanding of human anatomy and physiology. Certification is often required; the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC) is the nationally recognized certifying body. Prior to becoming an Athletic Trainer, individuals may have roles such as a Fitness Instructor, Physical Therapy Assistant, or Sports Medicine Aid. All these roles provide valuable experience in the physical fitness and healthcare fields that can serve as a foundation for a career as an Athletic Trainer.

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2025-2026 Athletic Trainer

  • Manassas Park, VA (23 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Manassas Park, VA (23 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 6 hours ago

Athletic Trainer develops and implements an athletic training program and a sports medicine instructional program (or its equivalent) that will effectively meet the needs of all students....

Personal Trainer

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 8 hours ago

and program design Ability to perform an aerobic activity for the duration of a class and be able to bend, stand, reach, climb and lift up to 50 pounds Preferred Requirements Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology...

Athletic Trainer Certified Onsite

  • Upper Marlboro, MD (15 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Upper Marlboro, MD (15 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 15 hours ago

Qualifications Bachelors degree in athletic training, from an accredited Athletic Trainer Program Current National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) Board of Certification (BOC) Athletic Trainer...

Personal Trainer

  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

of an NCCA approved certification (i.e., NASM, ACSM, ACE, NSCA or others) · Applicants must be available 20 hours a week, including weekdays, evenings, weekends and holidays · Strong knowledge of exercise...

Personal Trainer

  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

Essential Functions: Deliver the Ultimate Fitness Experience to every member, every time Conduct new member orientation pre-exercise biometrics and goal evaluations Develop personalized fitness programs...

Certified Athletic Trainer

  • Falls Church, VA (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Falls Church, VA (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

) accredited Athletic Training Program Bachelor's Degree in Athletic Training Athletic Trainer Certification National Provider BLS - American Heart Association Preferred that someone has one year of...

Exercise Physiologist

  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago

Perform a wide variety of non-invasive cardiac and pulmonary tests Education: Master's Degree of Science in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, or Kinesiology or related field....

Exercise Physiologist PRN

  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago

Physiology, Exercise Science, or Kinesiology or related field....

Personal Trainer, Tysons Corner. Job in Vienna Gr8Jobs

  • Oakton, VA (15 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oakton, VA (15 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago

As an Equinox personal trainer your career becomes an empowered lifestyle founded on maximizing both your personal and client performance. Under the guidance of two dedicated managers you will...

Personal Trainer, Bethesda. Job in Rockville Gr8Jobs

  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago

As an Equinox personal trainer your career becomes an empowered lifestyle founded on maximizing both your personal and client performance. Under the guidance of two dedicated managers you will...

Personal Trainer, Washington DC. Job in Washington Gr8Jobs

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

As an Equinox personal trainer your career becomes an empowered lifestyle founded on maximizing both your personal and client performance. Under the guidance of two dedicated managers you will...

Personal Trainer, Bethesda

  • Lanham, MD (10 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lanham, MD (10 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 5 days ago

As an Equinox personal trainer your career becomes an empowered lifestyle founded on maximizing both your personal and client performance. Under the guidance of two dedicated managers you will...

Exercise Specialist

  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 5 days ago

Qualifications This position requires excellent customer service interaction with patients, clinicians, and staff A degree in Exercise Science and kinesiology background Prior medical clinic experience...

Health Fitness Professional (part-time)

  • Vienna, VA (9 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Vienna, VA (9 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 6 days ago

Minimum Requirements: Associate's degree in a related field (Kinesiology, Exercise Science, etc.) or 2+ years' fitness and wellness industry experience, along with fitness industry certification(s)...

Health Fitness Professional (part-time)

  • Vienna, VA (9 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Vienna, VA (9 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 days ago

You will provide individual and group exercise instruction, monitor fitness facility and conduct fitness testing and assessments, advising participants of the results and designing individualized programs...

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Salary for Athletic Trainer Jobs in Washington, DC

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Athletic Trainer positions.



Highest Education Level

Athletic Trainers in Washington, DC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
55.2%
Master's Degree
25.2%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
High School or GED
5.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Athletic Trainers in Washington, DC
2-4 years
43.2%
1-2 years
40.2%
None
16.6%


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