Athletic Trainer Outreach/UKHC

Job Summary

UK HealthCare Sports Medicine is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Athletic Trainer. Your primary focus will be the daily medical coverage, injury prevention, assessment, rehabilitation, and return-to-play planning for athletes within the university’s athletics system. You’ll act as a liaison between players, coaches, and healthcare professionals to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of athletes.

Additional Duties

• Managing medical documentation and injury tracking.
• Coinciding with UK HealthCare's physicians and rehabilitation specialists for athlete referrals.
• Assisting with emergency planning and response protocols at training and match facilities.
• Promoting education and awareness regarding injury prevention and performance optimization.
• Supporting event coverage and medical operations for events and teams as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Repetitive motion.
• Job-related travel.
• Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs.
• Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs.

Shift

This role requires a flexible schedule based on athletic event demands. Work hours will include weekdays, evenings, and weekends depending on practice schedules, games, and special events. Some travel to away games and tournaments will be required.

Benefits

• Tuition waiver for employees attending the University of Kentucky, up to $5,250 per year.
• Access to Professional Development Funding for continuing education and certifications.
• Paid Kentucky Medical Licensure and BOC Certificate Maintenance Fees.
• Comprehensive employee insurance benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug coverage, and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• 200% employer match on retirement contributions.
• Accrual of 10-15 vacation days per year, increasing with years of service.
• A accrual of 12 sick days per year.
• A accrual of 13 paid holidays annually.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Strong understanding of sports injury prevention, evaluation, and rehabilitation techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with athletes, coaches, and families.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficient in EMR documentation and basic administrative tasks.
• Commitment to continuing education and evidence-based clinical practice.

Preferred Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training required; Master’s degree preferred.
• National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification (NATA BOC) – Required.
• Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure (KBML) – Licensure or eligibility at time of hire.
• Experience working with collegiate athletes.
• Prior outreach/field-based AT experience preferred.