Athletic Trainer I - Outreach - PRN

Baptist-Health-Care,-Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Athletic Trainer I position supports prevention, assessment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries at assigned schools and events in Florida. The role emphasizes education of coaches and staff on emergency preparedness and injury prevention, plus delivering evidence-based sports medicine services as an ambassador for Baptist Health Care, Andrews Institute, and the Sports Medicine department.

Responsibilities include documenting injuries and activity data, maintaining licensure, and

Qualifications

• Athletic Trainer license in Florida (and Alabama if applicable).
• Certified Athletic Trainer (AT_BOC) required.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers (American Heart Association) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide athletic health care services to assigned schools/sites within scope of practice.
• Document injuries and athletic activity data and submit reports on deadlines.
• Educate coaches and staff on emergency preparedness and injury prevention.
• Act as ambassador for Baptist Health Care and the Sports Medicine team.

Skills

Sports Medicine Ops

Medical Terminology

Communication Skills

Industry Guidelines

Injury Care/Prevention

Physician Networking

Evaluation & Care Plans

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

The Athletic Trainer I is responsible for the prevention, assessment, immediate management, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and conditions. The AT provides quality healthcare services to assigned schools and/or coverage sites. This position is responsible for being engaged within the schools, sites, and communities, acting as an ambassador for Baptist Health Care, Andrews Institute, and the Sports Medicine department, facilitating access and availability for all health care services. This position plays an integral role in educating appropriate personnel (i.e., coaches, athletic directors, administrators, officials, etc.) on emergency preparedness, injury prevention, and best practices for the health, care, and well-being of student-athletes, spectators, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for following all hospital and departmental precautions and procedures in the performance of job duties to ensure a safe work environment for self and others. Follows departmental guidelines, protocols, and policies in keeping with best practices and standards of care.
• Obtains equipment needed for quality patient care delivery at all work sites (i.e., schools and/or event venues).
• Provides athletic health care services to assigned schools, groups, and/or sites in accordance with applicable sports medicine agreement(s) and within scope of practice as outlined by State of Florida.
• Documents, tracks, and reports organizational and administrative data (i.e., athletic injuries, referrals, and AT time/activity reports) from assigned schools and/or sites as instructed and by established deadlines.
• Participate in departmental events/services and/or activities (ex. preparticipation physical exams, concussion baseline testing, etc.).
• Communicates effectively and appropriately with all sports medicine team members, athletic health care team members, and Sports Medicine Outreach Leadership.
• Act as an ambassador for BHC, Andrews Institute, sports medicine outreach, and the athletic training profession at all times.
• Responsibly completes and/or participates in other departmental requirements of the Athletic Trainer.
• Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure. Pursues professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Other related field Required or
• Master's Degree Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Other related field Required

Licenses and Certifications

• Athletic Trainer Licensed State of Florida and Alabama (if working in Alabama) Upon Hire Required and
• Certified Athletic Trainer (AT_BOC) Upon Hire Required and
• BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association Upon Hire Required

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of operations of Sports Medicine Outreach Program.
• Knowledge of medical terminology in reference to Sports Medicine Outreach Program.
• Excellent communication skills and customer service.
• Knowledge of industry best practices and guidelines.
• Care and prevention of athletic injuries.
• Knowledge of operations of physician networking and referral management.
• Comfort in evaluation skills and setting up plan of care.
• Problem solving and decision capabilities.

About Us

Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includesthree hospitals, four medical parks,Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.

Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law. Certain positions may require a Level 2 Background check through AHCA. Additional information about this requirement can be found here: Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse

Job Info

• Job Identification 11018
• Job Category Clinical Professional
• Posting Date 10/01/2026, 01:51 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Varies
• FTE PRN (As Needed)