Athletic Trainer - Occupational Medicine

CoxHealth

Springfield (MO)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

Employer match retirement

Job summary

The Certified Athletic Trainer at CoxHealth serves as a physician extender, delivering occupational health services under supervision of a licensed physician. You will evaluate work-related injuries, conduct health screenings, and support return-to-work and ergonomic initiatives.

Collaborating with physicians, therapists, and employers, you will design prevention programs, perform JDAs, POET testing, and coordinate care across CoxNorth facilities to promote employee health and safe, timely

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training from an accredited program.
Current Missouri Athletic Trainer license in good standing.
Current BLS certification.
Experience in occupational health/workers’ compensation is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide occupational health services under physician supervision.
Evaluate work-related injuries and support return-to-work processes.
Deliver ergonomic assessments and Job Demands Analyses (JDA).
Collaborate with employers, clinicians, and clinic staff to improve employee health.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Clinical reasoning

Musculoskeletal evaluation

Injury prevention

Occupational health programs

Return-to-work planning

Team collaboration

EMR proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training

Master’s Degree in Athletic Training or related healthcare field

Job description

CoxHealth Is a Leading Healthcare System Serving 25 Counties Across Southwest Missouri And Northern Arkansas. The Organization Includes Six Hospitals, 5 ERs, And Over 80 Clinics. CoxHealth Has Earned The Following Honors For Workplace Excellence

Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.
Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

Benefits

Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)
For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Job Description

The Certified Athletic Trainer serves as a physician extender, providing occupational health services under the direction of a licensed physician or advanced practice provider and in accordance with the Missouri Athletic Training Practice Act. The Athletic Trainer supports the evaluation and management of work-related injuries, occupational health examinations, injury prevention initiatives, and return-to-work services. In addition to direct patient care, the Athletic Trainer partners with employer clients to deliver comprehensive occupational health services including OSHA First Aid, early symptom intervention, ergonomic assessments, Job Demands Analyses (JDA), Post-Offer Employment Testing (POET), Tactical Athlete and Industrial Athlete programs, injury prevention initiatives, and workforce wellness services. This position collaborates with physicians, advanced practice providers, physical therapists, employers, and clinic staff to improve employee health, reduce workplace injuries, and promote safe and timely return to work.

Education

Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training from an accredited institution.
Preferred: Master’s Degree in Athletic Training or a related healthcare field.

Experience

Preferred: Previous experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer.
Preferred: Experience in occupational medicine, orthopedics, physical therapy, industrial rehabilitation, sports medicine, or related healthcare settings.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong clinical reasoning, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Strong knowledge of musculoskeletal evaluation, injury prevention, rehabilitation principles, and occupational health practices.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with patients, employers, healthcare providers, and community partners.
Ability to educate individuals and groups regarding injury prevention, workplace safety, and health promotion.
Proficiency with electronic medical records and standard computer applications.
Commitment to patient confidentiality, professionalism, and exceptional service.

Licensure/Certification/Registration