Athletic Trainer

Planned Systems International; Batesburg-Leesville (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life/AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Legal services

Job summary

Cognito Systems, a joint venture with Planned Systems International (PSI), seeks a dedicated Athletic Trainer to join the U.S. Army H2F program at Ft. Polk, LA. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to prevent and treat injuries, optimize performance, and improve soldier readiness through data‑driven strategies.

Requirements include CAATE accreditation, BOC passing score, NPI, and in‑state licensure. Expect on‑site duties with physical demands and a focus on readiness and resilience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in athletic training is required.
• Graduate from CAATE‑accredited program; BOC passing score.
• U.S. Citizenship and hold/obtain in‑state licensure as part of onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physical therapists, strength coaches, dietitians, and cognitive performance experts.
• Deliver prevention‑focused care, acute injury management, and rehab for musculoskeletal injuries.
• Address the five H2F readiness domains: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, spiritual.

Skills

Athletic Training

Active population experience

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

CAATE-accredited program

BOC exam pass

NPI

Job description

Cognito Systems, a joint venture with Planned Systems International (PSI), is looking for a dedicated and skilled Athletic Trainer to join the U.S. Army’s rapidly expanding Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) program at Ft. Polk near Leesville, LA. This is more than just an athletic training role; it’s an opportunity to be part of the Army’s largest human performance optimization initiative. As a key member of an interdisciplinary team, you’ll help drive real outcomes, including a 23% increase in Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) pass rates, reduced musculoskeletal injuries, and improvements in behavioral health.

Essential Functions And Job Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with a diverse team that may include physical therapists, strength and conditioning coaches, dietitians, cognitive performance experts, and occupational therapists.
• Contribute to soldier readiness by delivering prevention‑focused care, acute injury management, and rehabilitation for musculoskeletal injuries.
• Engage in performance optimization strategies that address the five H2F readiness domains: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, and spiritual.
• Support unit leaders with evidence‑based strategies to reduce injuries, promote recovery, and enhance overall unit readiness.
• Leverage data and tools developed by the Center for Initial Military Training (CIMT) to track and improve performance outcomes.
• Serve as a key player in improving soldier performance, ACFT pass rates, and resilience across the force.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree: Bachelor’s Degree.
• Education: Graduate from a college or university accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). Passing score from the BOC for the Athletic Trainer. National Provider Identifier (NPI).
• Certification: Unrestricted state license/registration/certification in any of the 49 regulated states, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, or the U.S. Virgin Islands to provide health care within the scope of practice for Athletic Trainers per state practice acts. Athletic trainers will be required to obtain in‑state licensure as part of the onboarding process.
• Experience: Two years of relevant Athletic Training work experience within the last three years. Experience working with active populations (e.g., military, high school, collegiate, professional sports, performing arts, occupational health).
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship.
• Credentialing: Ability to pass background check and drug screen. Current physical and immunizations.

Physical Demands

• The role is dynamic and on‑site, requiring adaptability in a fast‑paced and multifaceted environment. Duties and priorities may shift throughout the workday, and interaction with soldiers during training or recovery is hands‑on and proactive.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds and spend time on feet, in the elements, while carrying supplies.

Additional Information

Cognito Systems is a Mentor‑Protégé Joint Venture between QuarterLine Consulting Services (a PSI subsidiary) and Resolution Think, committed to delivering high‑quality healthcare services to military personnel and veterans.

Why Join Us?

Join a team that is leading the charge in revolutionizing Army fitness and wellness. The H2F program is already making measurable improvements in soldier health, from injury reduction to enhanced performance — and you can be a vital part of that impact.

Company Benefits

PSI offers a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, employer‑sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short‑term and long‑term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health savings account options provide pre‑tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The employer‑sponsored 401(k) retirement plan offers an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. Professional growth is supported through courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

EEO Commitment

It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or dial 703‑575‑8400.