Athletic Trainer Clinical/UKHC

U K Healthcare Ltd; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

UK Healthcare is seeking a clinical athletic trainer to provide daily coverage for Sports Medicine physician clinics in Lexington, KY. duties include rooming patients, following up on appointments, and delivering patient education along with home exercise programs.

The role includes handling patient inquiries regarding pre/post-operative care, prescriptions, and authorizations, while communicating professionally with clinicians and therapists.

Qualifications

• Requires BA and Athletic Trainer Certification.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication and patient education skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily coverage of Sports Medicine clinics.
• Room patients, schedule follow-ups and educate on home exercises.
• Manage pre- and post-operative patient calls and questions.
• Assist physicians, therapists and staff in patient care activities.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

BA

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title Athletic Trainer Clinical/UKHC

Requisition Number RE55725

Working Title Athletic Trainer Clinical - Turfland Sports Med

Department Name MG100: Physician Based Clinics

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 09

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

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education BA

Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience 0 yrs

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? No

Preferred Education/Experience Master's Degree preferred.

Deadline to Apply 10/21/2026

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