Athletic Trainer

Planned Systems International; Watertown (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Group health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

AD&D

Legal services

Identity theft protection

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

Job summary

Cognito Systems, in partnership with PSI, seeks an Athletic Trainer to support the Army H2F program at Fort Drum, Watertown NY. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver prevention, acute injury management, and rehabilitation for soldiers.

This on-site role requires CAATE accreditation, passing BOC, NPI, and state licensure, plus two years' experience with active populations. Competitive base salary of $60,000–$66,900 with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Graduate from CAATE-accredited athletic training education; pass BOC; obtain NPI.
• Unrestricted state license/registration/certification; in-state licensure onboarding.
• Two years of athletic training experience with active populations.
• U.S. Citizenship.
• Background check and drug screen; current immunizations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physical therapists, strength/conditioning, dietitians, cognitive performance, and occupational therapists.
• Provide prevention-focused care, acute injury management, and rehab for MSK injuries.
• Engage in performance optimization addressing physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, and spiritual domains.
• Support leaders with evidence-based strategies to reduce injuries and promote recovery.
• Use CIMT-derived data to track and improve outcomes.
• Improve soldier performance, ACFT pass rates, and resilience.

Skills

Team collaboration

Injury prevention

Rehabilitation

Data analysis

Soldier readiness

Education

CAATE-accredited athletic training program

BOC certification

NPI

Tools

CIMT data tools

Job description

Overview

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 Fort Drum in Watertown, New York.

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 a 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. Launched in 2018 and scaled across brigades beginning in 2020, H2F has already been implemented in 45 active‑duty brigades, with full expansion to 110 brigades expected by fiscal year 2027.

Learn more about the Army’s H2F program here Athletic Trainer Careers Supporting U.S. Military - PSI

Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities

As an Athletic Trainer supporting the H2F initiative, you will:

• 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 US 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 a supplies.

Additional Information

About Cognito Systems

Cognito Systems, a Mentor‑Protégé Joint Venture between QuarterLine Consulting Services, a subsidiary of PSI, and Resolution Think, is committed to delivering high‑quality healthcare services to military personnel and veterans. Our mission is to support the health and readiness of those who serve our nation.

Why Join Us?

Join a team that's 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.

Learn more about the H2F program’s national expansion

Compensation

• Base Salary: $60,000-$66,900 per year, depending on experience.

Company Benefits

• paid leave, and options for 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 saving account options offer pre‑tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses.
• The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested.
• We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional 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, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources by emailing [e-mail], or by dialing 703-575-8400.