Athletic Trainer Clinical/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky Healthcare is seeking a clinical athletic trainer to cover Sports Medicine physician clinics in Lexington, KY. Responsibilities include rooming patients, appointment follow-up, patient education, home exercise programs, and other duties as assigned.

This role also handles patient calls about pre- and post-operative care, prescription refills, and prior authorizations. Excellent communication with physicians, patients, therapists, and other providers is essential.

Qualifications

• Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• BA required for the role
• Master’s degree preferred for advancement

Responsibilities

• Daily coverage of Sports Medicine physician clinics; rooming patients and coordinating follow-ups.
• Manage pre- and post-operative patient calls, prescription refills, and prior authorizations.
• Educate patients and implement home exercise programs; collaborate with physicians and therapists.

Skills

MS Office

Education

BA

Master’s Degree

Job description

Working Title Athletic Trainer Clinical - Turfland Sports Med

Department Name

Department Name MG100: Physician Based Clinics

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 09

Salary Range

Salary Range $43,680-71,323/year

Type of Position

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

BA

Required License/Registration/Certification

Athletic Trainer Certification

Physical Requirements

Repetitive motion. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs.

Shift

Day Shift. Monday through Friday, 7:00am – 4:00pm.

Job Summary

UK Healthcare is currently seeking a clinical athletic trainer to be responsible for the daily coverage of Sports Medicine physician clinics. Duties include: rooming patients, appointment follow up, patient education, home exercise programs, and other duties as assigned.

This position is also responsible for managing patient calls into clinic pertaining to pre- and post-operative care, prescription refills and prior authorizations, and general patient care questions. The successful candidate must communicate effectively and professionally with physicians, patients, physical therapist and other healthcare providers.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Powerpoint

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Master’s Degree preferred.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/21/2026

Our University Community

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