Supervising Physician for Athletic Trainers

Aiken County School District is seeking a Supervising Physician (MD/DO) to provide comprehensive medical oversight for Athletic Training Services across its seven high schools through a Request for Information (RFI) 2026-0001. The selected medical professional will be responsible for developing protocols related to injury prevention, concussion management, emergency care, and return-to-play decisions while ensuring compliance with South Carolina health regulations. Key deliverables include remote supervision, consultation via phone and text, in-person meetings, documentation review, complex injury evaluations, Emergency Action Plan collaboration, and clinical guidance on public health matters affecting athletics. The physician's commitment is estimated at 2-24 hours per month during the academic year, with no financial compensation anticipated. The RFI was posted on September 4, 2025, with responses due by September 18, 2025. Required qualifications include being a licensed MD or DO with expertise in sports medicine or related athletic health disciplines. The primary objective is to establish a collaborative relationship that ensures comprehensive medical support for student athletes while maintaining professional medical standards.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent organizations beyond the medical professional qualification requirements. There are no indications of incumbent vendors or existing technology infrastructure that would require integration. The opportunity is structured as a collaborative professional relationship where each party bears their own costs, with no explicit budget range or award value specified. Student athletes retain the right to seek medical care from their preferred providers, though referral to the Supervising Physician is encouraged to support coordinated care. The selection will likely be based on the physician's medical credentials, experience with athletic health management, availability, and ability to provide comprehensive medical oversight across the district's seven high schools. The non-compensated nature of the position suggests the primary motivation is professional collaboration and community service within the educational athletic environment.