Tactical Athletic Trainer (H2F)

Resolution Think; Fort Carson (CO); On-site; USD 58,200 - 61,800; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare and performance company is seeking a full-time Athletic Trainer at Fort Carson, CO. The role involves optimizing soldier readiness, providing musculoskeletal care, and working with various military units. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training, state licensure, and a minimum of two years of relevant experience. This position emphasizes effective communication and experience in diverse environments. Applicants should be capable of physical demands such as lifting and working in austere settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of relevant Athletic Trainer work experience within the last three years.
• Demonstrated experience with high school, collegiate, or professional sports.
• Possess and maintain ability to lift and manipulate loads up to 20 kilograms.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary point of contact for assigned units.
• Provide musculoskeletal care and performance optimization services.
• Maintain current Basic Life Support certification.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Injury prevention

Knowledge of healthcare practices

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Athletic Training

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Resolution Think, LLC, a joint venture, is seeking full‑time certified Athletic Trainers (AT) to join our team at Fort Carson, CO in September 2026. The AT will optimize soldier readiness and the soldier’s ability to perform warrior tasks and battle drills required for the brigade’s (BDE) mission readiness. The AT will work as part of the Holistic Health and Fitness Performance Team as the brigade AT and principal advisor to develop a comprehensive, periodized education and services program integrated and synchronized with the battalion (BN) training calendar and inclusive of basic acute care, injury control, reconditioning, and performance optimization.

Job Details

• Job Title: Athletic Trainer
• Position Type: Full‑Time
• Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree
• Location: Fort Carson, CO
• Job Category: Healthcare/Sports Medicine
• Start Date: September 2026
• Salary: $58,200‑$61,800

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, including: Minorities, Women, Individuals with Disabilities, and Protected Veterans.

Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned units at the brigade (BDE), battalion (BN), or company (CO) level.
• Provide forward musculoskeletal (MSK) care, early medical intervention, injury prevention (IP), and performance optimization services in various settings, including fitness centers/gyms, BDE/BN/CO or administrative areas, outdoors, ranges, field training environments, and at the Soldier Performance Readiness Center (SPRC).
• Ensuring any medical treatment provided is subject to the supervision of a privileged government healthcare provider.
• Observe BDE and below specific training events (e.g., shooting range, obstacle courses, combative training areas).
• Hike austere environments and terrain (i.e., rocky, no running water, no shelter, no bathroom, no climate control, inclement weather, loud, smoky) while carrying a backpack with necessary supplies on occasion (<20% of the time).
• Maintain a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross with Automated External Defibrillators (AED) certification. Certification cards must display the American Heart Association or American Red Cross emblem.
• Communicate effectively with trainees, staff, and other ATs in English, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrate initiative, strong interpersonal relationship skills, and social sensitivity to interact with diverse Soldiers.
• Operate a computer utilizing Microsoft applications, such as Word and Excel.
• Participate in Government‑based education and in‑service training as mandated by the local installation.
• Engage in continuing education programs to meet the requirements for AT license or certification renewals.
• Maintain current certification/licensing requirements as required by the role and the applicable state board of the AT and keep CAF documentation up to date.

Requirements:

• Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Athletic Training
• Accreditation: Graduate from a college or university accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).
• Certification/Licensure: 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 healthcare within the scope of practice for Athletic Trainers per state practice acts.
  • Passing score from the BOC for the Athletic Trainer.
  • National Provider Identifier (NPI).
• Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of relevant Athletic Trainer work experience within the last three(3) years post BOC.
  • Demonstrated experience working with high school, collegiate, or professional sports, military, performing arts, and/or occupational health.
  • Relevant experience developing and executing tasks and environment‑specific functional injury control and health/well‑being programs for groups of athletes.
  • Ability to demonstrate sound management qualities; past staff administration or management preferred.
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship.
• Credentialing: Ability to pass a background check and drug screen. Current physical and immunizations.
• Physical: Possess and maintain the ability to lift and manipulate loads or weights up to 20 kilograms/45lbs.

Work Location/Hours & Physical Requirements:

• Physical Requirements: The environment is fast‑paced and multifaceted with conditions and duties that can change quickly throughout a shift.
• Hours of Performance: The AT will be responsible for conducting business Monday through Friday, except federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed. Services, as scheduled, may occur outside of normal hours of operation and on weekends due to varying BDE schedules and locations.
• Scheduling: Schedules are subject to change due to training events/schedules, exodus, holidays, and unexpected events. Some workdays may be less or more than eight hours. Athletic Trainers are expected to work a 40‑hour workweek and/or 80‑hours within a two‑week period to accommodate training schedules. No overtime payment is authorized. Hours worked begin at the first place of duty for the day and end at the last place of duty for the day.

Company: Resolution Think, LLC

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Disability/Vets Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. As an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, Resolution Think is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all job seekers.